Algemeen Nederlands
The Holland-based standard of Dutch. The official language of the Netherlands and one of the official languages of Belgium and Suriname.
Flemish
Also known as: Belgian Dutch, Vlaams
The Dutch varieties of Flanders. Distinguished from Netherlands Dutch in pronunciation, lexicon, and a separate broadcasting standard (VRT-Nederlands).
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Frequently asked questions
What language is Flemish?
Flemish is a dialect of the Dutch language.
Where is Flemish spoken?
Flemish is primarily spoken in Belgium.
Which region is Flemish associated with?
Flemish is part of the Europe region on DialectAtlas.
Is Flemish known by other names?
Yes — Flemish is also referred to as Belgian Dutch, Vlaams.
What are the other dialects of Dutch?
Dutch also includes Standard Dutch, Surinamese Dutch. Each variety has its own vocabulary, pronunciation, and cultural context.
Other Dutch dialects
See on the atlas →The Dutch of Suriname. The official language of the country, used alongside Sranan Tongo and other languages of the Surinamese plurilingual landscape.
Nearby dialects
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