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Going to a "terrasje"

In the Netherlands, when the weather is nice, many people enjoy sitting outside at a "terrasje," which is a small, cozy outdoor seating area at a café or bar. Here's more about the culture of drinking out in the Netherlands:

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1. Outdoor Seating: 

Cafés and bars often have outdoor terraces where people can sit and enjoy their drinks in the sunshine. These terraces are especially popular in the spring and summer.

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2. Coffee and Tea: 

The Dutch love their coffee and tea times, often pausing in the afternoon for a coffee break known as "koffietijd." Many cafés offer a wide variety of coffees and teas, often served with a small cookie or cake.

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3. Beer and Breweries: 

Beer is a popular drink in the Netherlands, with both large brands and local craft breweries. Many places serve Dutch beers, and visiting local breweries for a tasting is a common activity.

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4. "Dutch: Borrel": 

A "borrel" is a Dutch tradition of having drinks, usually beer, wine, or jenever (a Dutch spirit), with small snacks. This usually happens at the end of the workday or on weekends.

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5. Socializing: 

Going out for a drink is a social activity, and it's common to see groups of friends and families enjoying time together. Places are usually relaxed and friendly.

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6. Drinking Age: 

The legal drinking age for beer and wine is 18, and this is strictly enforced. Identification is often checked.

Enjoying a drink at a terrace is a big part of social life in the Netherlands, especially when the sun is out. It's a time for relaxation, conversation, and enjoying the outdoors.

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Training with flash cards

In the introduction course we offered flash cards to train the basic numbers. Here again the series of flash cards is offered.

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