Algemeen Nederlands
The Holland-based standard of Dutch. The official language of the Netherlands and one of the official languages of Belgium and Suriname.
Surinamese Dutch
The Dutch of Suriname. The official language of the country, used alongside Sranan Tongo and other languages of the Surinamese plurilingual landscape.
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Frequently asked questions
What language is Surinamese Dutch?
Surinamese Dutch is a dialect of Dutch.
Which region is Surinamese Dutch associated with?
Surinamese Dutch is part of the Latin America & the Caribbean region on DialectAtlas.
What are the other dialects of Dutch?
Dutch also includes Standard Dutch, Flemish. Each variety has its own vocabulary, pronunciation, and cultural context.
Other Dutch dialects
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The Dutch varieties of Flanders. Distinguished from Netherlands Dutch in pronunciation, lexicon, and a separate broadcasting standard (VRT-Nederlands).