Learn Dutch · B2

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Complex Subordinate Clauses

Grammar: Long Subclauses in Formal Dutch.

In formal Dutch, subclauses can contain multiple verbs.

Ik weet dat hij het rapport had moeten inleveren.
I know that he should have handed in the report.
Aangezien de vergadering was uitgesteld, bleven we thuis.
Since the meeting had been postponed, we stayed home.
Het is belangrijk dat u het formulier volledig invult.
It is important that you fill in the form completely.

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