Learn Dutch · B2

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Indirect Speech & Reported Feelings

Grammar: Indirect Speech in Dutch.

When reporting what someone said or felt, Dutch often uses 'dat' (that) + subclause.

Ze zei dat ze zich niet goed voelde.
She said that she didn't feel well.
Hij vond dat de sfeer verziekt was.
He thought that the atmosphere was ruined.
Ik had het idee dat hij moe was.
I had the idea that he was tired.

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