Learn how to use indirecte rede in Dutch by introducing connectors like 'dat' for statements and 'of' for yes/no questions, and mastering verb tense changes in reported speech.
- Use "of" in closed questions.
- Use "dat" in regular sentences.
- In the past tense: the verb form in the subordinate clause is also in the past tense.
| Type zin (Type sentence) (Type de phrase) | Directe rede (Direct speech) (Discours direct) | Indirecte rede (Indirect speech) (discours indirect) |
|---|---|---|
| Normale zin (Normal sentence) (Phrase normale) | (Le système fonctionne.) | (Elle dit que le système fonctionne.) |
| Vraag (Question) (Question) | Is het project af? (Is the project finished?) (Le projet est-il terminé ?) | (Elle demande si le projet est terminé.) |
| Verleden tijd (Past tense) (Passé) | (J'organise le projet.) | Hij zei dat hij het project organiseerde. (He said that he organised the project.) (Il a dit qu'il organisait le projet.) |
Exercise 1: Indirecte rede
Instruction: Fill in the correct word.
of, dat
Exercise 2: Multiple Choice
Instruction: Choose the correct sentence using indirect speech. Pay attention to the proper use of 'dat' and 'of' and the verb tenses.