Praat Nederlands met me! - S02 / E07

Code-switching

A reflection of their brilliance and the rich, multilingual world they are growing up in

In this episode of Praat Nederlands met me, we explore the fascinating phenomenon of code-switching—when multilingual expat children switch between languages in the same conversation.

Far from being a flaw, code-switching is a sign of linguistic strength, adaptability, and cultural awareness. We’ll dive into what it is, why it happens, and how parents can support their children’s multilingual journeys.








Over Praat Nederlands met me!

''Talk Dutch to me!"‘’ sighs many Dutch expat parents when their child once again responds in English. Recognizable? It is a podcast about the pain, humor, and fun of learning and keeping up with the Dutch language and culture.

This podcast from Dutch for Children is hosted by Wendy van Dalen: founder of the online Dutch language school for children. 

Listen to her inspiring stories about clients, her expertise, and interviews with experts, expats, and emigrated families.

Links:

The website of Dutch for Children: online Dutch lessons for children.

Online Dutch for Expats: learning Dutch online for parents.

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