All-New Onboarding & AI Level Assessment: Starting your Dutch journey is smoother than ever. Not sure where you stand? Let our AI Language Coach assess your exact Dutch level during signup and build the perfect path for you! Compete on the Leaderboard: Learning Dutch just got delightfully competitive. Track your rank among fellow learners, climb the leaderboard, invite your friends, and celebrate every milestone together. Practice Only Your Words: Want focused practice? You can now build dedicated practice sessions using exclusively the words from your personal saved list. Smarter Post-Conversation Reports & PDF Exports: After speaking with Taalmaatje, unlock a far more comprehensive feedback report. Review your full conversation transcripts directly from your profile, or export and share them as PDFs! New In-App Inbox: Never miss an update! Get personalized notifications about your learning progress, streak milestones, leaderboard rank, support replies, and announcements—all in your new inbox. Collect & Share Flashcards: Revisit all the knowledge cards you’ve unlocked at the end of lessons anytime on your profile page, or share them with friends. Spanish Support (¡Hola!): StroopTaal now fully supports Spanish, making Dutch learning accessible to millions more! Enhanced KNM Exam Questions: Better, sharper, and more accurate question sets to help you pass your Civic Integration (KNM) exam with confidence. Smoother & Better: Upgraded day streak algorithms, sleek and compact helper buttons in Taalmaatje chat, fixes for small-screen phones, and dozens of user-reported bug fixes under the hood.

Hello German: StroopTaal now speaks German! You can set your app language to German and learn Dutch even more comfortably in your own language. Accessibility Matters: We made several improvements to ensure the app is more accessible and easier to navigate for everyone. Under the Hood: We squashed some pesky bugs and boosted overall performance to keep your learning experience fast and smooth.

Word Collections Are Here: Browse beautifully illustrated, themed vocabulary packs like Numbers, Colors, Animals, Food, and more. Tap any collection to explore each word with its translation, example sentence, and grammar rules. Love what you see? Add the entire set to your practice list with a single tap! Smarter Personal Plans: Building a custom learning plan is now a breeze! Choose a real-life situation, grammar topic, or vocabulary theme. Tell us what you struggle with and how much time you have. New: You can now instantly generate a plan strictly focused on your past mistakes and weak spots. Exams Just Got Smarter: Review Mistakes: After a practice exam, you can now see exactly which questions you missed, complete with the correct answers and a short explanation. Fresh Retries: Retaking an exam? We will skip the questions you already answered correctly until you have seen the whole pool. Reality Check: Trying to take an advanced exam while at a beginner level? We will gently suggest finishing your lessons first. Accuracy: We fixed the question counts and time limits for the A2, B1, and B2 sections, and durations now display perfectly in your own language. Fairer Practice & Smoother UI: Less Fussy Dictation: Typing what you hear no longer trips you up over a missed capital letter, an extra space, a stray comma, or a single slipped key. If you spell it right, it counts. Smarter Hints: Stuck on a word? The hint now shows you exactly which letters you already got right, so you know what to fix. Snappier Feel: Listening exercises, sorting boxes, and spot-the-mistake questions got a fresh coat of paint with much smoother animations. Accurate Stats: Every exercise type now feeds your skill stats correctly, so your strengths and weak spots radar is spot on.

Let's Talk About the News: Want to talk about what is happening in the Netherlands right now? Based on your interests, you will now see weekly current events on your homepage! Have real-time voice practice with Taalmaatje about Dutch news and get closer to real life. (Premium) True or False?: We added a brand new question type to test your instincts and knowledge. Mute Button: Need to cough or take a sip of water during a voice chat? You can now temporarily mute your microphone, just like in a real phone call. We improved the overall voice chat experience too! The Long Word Fix: Dutch has some ridiculously long words. They used to spill off the edges of your screen during the word completion exercises. We stretched our screens (virtually) so everything fits perfectly now. Dutch, Not English: We noticed some words that exist in both English and Dutch were being pronounced with an English accent. We fixed the audio so they sound like proper Dutch now. Spring Cleaning: We said a permanent goodbye to confusing and incorrect questions, improved our translations, and fixed other bugs you reported. Keep the feedback coming!

Mission Actually Accomplished: Did you successfully order that coffee in Dutch, but the app refused to admit it? We fixed a stubborn bug in the real-life voice chats where completed missions were sometimes not detected. You will now get the credit you deserve when you finish a scenario! Speaking Your Language: Reading your feedback report shouldn't be an extra language test. We fixed an issue where the post-chat reports were displaying in the wrong language. Everything is back in the right language now.

Lifelines for Taalmaatje: Ever get tongue-tied during a Dutch conversation? We added "lifelines" to your AI chats! You can now tap buttons to ask your buddy to: "Repeat that", "What should I say?", "Explain it simpler", "Change the topic", or "Speak slowly". You can also swap your buddy and their personality right on the connection screen. Looking Good: We gave the lesson screens a fresh coat of paint. Enjoy the visual improvements while you learn. Bug Squashing: The clocks, listening questions, and Repair Mode are now working flawlessly. Powered by You: Thanks to your amazing feedback, we knocked out dozens of minor bugs behind the scenes. Keep telling us what you think!

We noticed a tiny hiccup when you were trying to repair your weak spots. The new "Listen & Find" questions were acting a bit stubborn in Repair Mode. We brought out our digital wrench, tightened a few screws, and everything is working smoothly again. Keep fixing those mistakes!

RUTHLESS TAALMAATJE & BETTER EARS Ruthless Mode: We added a "Ruthless" personality to Taalmaatje! If you like tough love, try it out. It will playfully mock your mistakes and ruthlessly criticize your Dutch. It is hilarious and a great way to learn not to make the same mistake twice. Better Ears: Taalmaatje and the voice AI are now much better listeners. We made some tweaks so they will wait patiently for you to finish speaking without cutting you off. Take your time! Listen & Find: We added a brand-new question type! Listen to a full sentence and spot the hidden word. It is a fantastic workout for your listening skills and memory. One-Tap Podcast Translations: Reading podcast transcripts just got easier. Instead of pressing and holding a word to see its translation, just tap it once. A Feast for the Eyes: We added fresh, helpful images to some questions so you can visually grasp the context much faster. Clock Bug Fixed: The interactive clock questions were playing hide-and-seek during the end-of-lesson review mode. We found them and put them back where they belong. Housekeeping: As always, we fixed various bugs and polished things up based on your amazing feedback. Keep it coming!

Time is an Illusion (But Dutch Time is Hard): We added interactive clock screens to some lessons! Move the hands yourself and finally master why "half 3" actually means 2:30. The Amnesia Bug: Some of you woke up back at level A0 after the last update. Don't panic, you didn't forget all your Dutch overnight! We fixed this glitch, and your true level is safe and sound. Unlocking the Bling: We fixed a stubborn issue where your well-deserved achievement badges were refusing to unlock. You will get your medals now. Clearer Victories: At the end of a lesson, your progress is now displayed much more clearly. Give yourself a pat on the back! A Little Extra ('-tje'): Dutch people love their diminutives (bakkie, stroopwafeltje). You will now see way more conjugated verbs and cute diminutives in your lessons and exercises. Sound like a real local! iPad Makeover: Text was spilling off the edges on iPads before a lesson started. We bought our iPad screens a bigger shirt, and everything fits perfectly now.

Time is an Illusion (But Dutch Time is Hard): We added interactive clock screens to some lessons! Move the hands yourself and finally master why "half 3" actually means 2:30. The Amnesia Bug: Some of you woke up back at level A0 after the last update. Don't panic, you didn't forget all your Dutch overnight! We fixed this glitch, and your true level is safe and sound. Unlocking the Bling: We fixed a stubborn issue where your well-deserved achievement badges were refusing to unlock. You will get your medals now. Clearer Victories: At the end of a lesson, your progress is now displayed much more clearly. Give yourself a pat on the back! A Little Extra ('-tje'): Dutch people love their diminutives (bakkie, stroopwafeltje). You will now see way more conjugated verbs and cute diminutives in your lessons and exercises. Sound like a real local! iPad Makeover: Text was spilling off the edges on iPads before a lesson started. We bought our iPad screens a bigger shirt, and everything fits perfectly now.

REAL-LIFE DIALOGUES & SMOOTHER PRACTICE Real-Life Dialogues: We added a brand-new way to learn in your lessons! You can now master new verbs by listening to and reading realistic everyday dialogues. See exactly how words are used in real conversations. Better Pronunciation: We trained our audio to stick strictly to Dutch! Previously, some words were accidentally being pronounced with a funny English accent. We fixed that. Stable Review Mode: We ironed out the wrinkles in the Review Mode. It is now much more stable, ensuring your practice sessions are smooth and uninterrupted. Friendly Reminders: We added clear in-app reminders so you always know exactly how many days are left on your free trial or grace period. No surprises! Keep talking to us: We build this app for you, and your feedback is incredibly valuable. Keep sharing your thoughts and reviews with us. Happy learning!

TAALMAATJE GETS A PERSONALITY Choose Your Vibe: Want a tutor who is endlessly positive, or maybe one who is "Dutch Direct" and tells it exactly like it is? Perhaps a bit sarcastic to keep you on your toes? You can now change Taalmaatje's personality in the settings. Discover fun new ways to practice your Dutch! Expert-Approved Lessons: We teamed up with real Dutch teachers to review and polish our questions. We are making sure your learning journey is perfectly natural, highly effective, and completely tailored to your level. Listening to You: We are still squashing bugs and making under-the-hood improvements following our massive Taalmaatje update. Your feedback is our roadmap, so keep it coming!

Following our massive Taalmaatje update, we did a little digital housekeeping. We fixed a few minor bugs and made some under-the-hood performance improvements. Your Dutch learning experience is now smoother and faster than ever. Back to practicing!

MEET TAALMAATJE & A MASSIVE UPGRADE Meet Taalmaatje: Say hello to your new Dutch best friend! Taalmaatje is our smart AI language buddy you can voice-chat with anytime. It knows you, knows your interests, and actually remembers your past conversations. More Real Life: We added dozens of new real-life scenario categories and completely redesigned the AI speaking practice interface. Personalized Just for You: Tell us your interests! We will now suggest tailored podcasts and real-life chat scenarios based on what you actually like. Plus, you can now practice your custom "Personal Plans" directly with Taalmaatje. Smarter Lessons: Starting from scratch? We now focus heavily on vocabulary first and introduce grammar slowly. For the grammar nerds, our grammar-focused lessons now have much more detailed rule explanations. Precision Pronunciation: We don't just tell you if you said a word wrong anymore. We now show you exactly which specific sounds or letters you mispronounced. The Monday Report: Start your week right. Every Monday, you will see a weekly progress report with stats and tips. Premium users get an extra deep dive into their analytics. Writing & Word Games: We added a new "type the blank" question to boost your writing skills. Also, the word completion questions are now combined into one smooth page: learn the word, listen to it, and fill the missing letters instantly. Waffie's Got Your Back: If you just started and find the first lessons too hard, Waffie will step in and gently suggest a better starting level. We also made the initial level-selection screen much more user-friendly. Squashing Bugs: We fixed some critical issues, including that sneaky missing "record" button in pronunciation exercises. We keep building this app with your feedback, so stay tuned for more amazing updates!

MEET TAALMAATJE & A MASSIVE UPGRADE Meet Taalmaatje: Say hello to your new Dutch best friend! Taalmaatje is our smart AI language buddy you can voice-chat with anytime. It knows you, knows your interests, and actually remembers your past conversations. More Real Life: We added dozens of new real-life scenario categories and completely redesigned the AI speaking practice interface. Personalized Just for You: Tell us your interests! We will now suggest tailored podcasts and real-life chat scenarios based on what you actually like. Plus, you can now practice your custom "Personal Plans" directly with Taalmaatje. Smarter Lessons: Starting from scratch? We now focus heavily on vocabulary first and introduce grammar slowly. For the grammar nerds, our grammar-focused lessons now have much more detailed rule explanations. Precision Pronunciation: We don't just tell you if you said a word wrong anymore. We now show you exactly which specific sounds or letters you mispronounced. The Monday Report: Start your week right. Every Monday, you will see a weekly progress report with stats and tips. Premium users get an extra deep dive into their analytics. Writing & Word Games: We added a new "type the blank" question to boost your writing skills. Also, the word completion questions are now combined into one smooth page: learn the word, listen to it, and fill the missing letters instantly. Waffie's Got Your Back: If you just started and find the first lessons too hard, Waffie will step in and gently suggest a better starting level. We also made the initial level-selection screen much more user-friendly. Squashing Bugs: We fixed some critical issues, including that sneaky missing "record" button in pronunciation exercises. We keep building this app with your feedback, so stay tuned for more amazing updates!

SECOND CHANCES AND CRISPY SOUNDS Second Chances: Did you type the wrong letter in the word completion questions? Don't panic! You now get one more try for the letters you get wrong. We learn by making mistakes! Talking Stroopwafels: In the word matching exercises, when you connect the stroopwafels together, you will now hear the word pronounced out loud. It is a treat for your eyes and ears!

Smarter Learning Curve: We fine-tuned the lesson questions to perfectly match your current level. No more sudden jumps from "Hello" to reading a complicated tax letter. It is a smooth, natural progression. Sharper Sentence Check: The Grammar Fixer got a massive brain boost! It analyzes your sentences much more accurately than before. Go ahead, type a sentence and try it out. Speak Like a Local: We scrubbed the "Word Order" and "Word Scramble" questions to remove any sentences that sounded a bit robotic. Now, every sentence sounds exactly like what a real Dutch person would say on the street. Fresh Starts (A0): Just moved to the Netherlands? Welcome aboard! We added brand new lessons specifically designed for absolute beginners (A0). Housekeeping: General performance improvements and minor bug fixes to keep your app running smoothly.

Smarter Learning Curve: We fine-tuned the lesson questions to perfectly match your current level. No more sudden jumps from "Hello" to reading a complicated tax letter. It is a smooth, natural progression. Sharper Sentence Check: The Grammar Fixer got a massive brain boost! It analyzes your sentences much more accurately than before. Go ahead, type a sentence and try it out. Speak Like a Local: We scrubbed the "Word Order" and "Word Scramble" questions to remove any sentences that sounded a bit robotic. Now, every sentence sounds exactly like what a real Dutch person would say on the street. Fresh Starts (A0): Just moved to the Netherlands? Welcome aboard! We added brand new lessons specifically designed for absolute beginners (A0). Housekeeping: General performance improvements and minor bug fixes to keep your app running smoothly.

VERSION 2.3.1: SHH, WE ARE STUDYING Silent Mode Engaged: Are you sitting in the quiet carriage of the train? If you tap "I can't speak right now" during pronunciation exercises, we will no longer skip the question. Instead, we will immediately give you an alternative question type to keep you learning. Smart Home Page: Your daily tasks on the home screen just got smarter. We now automatically add "Review Mistakes" and "Vocabulary Review" tasks based strictly on your personal progress. We catch what you are about to forget. A Clean Slate: We fixed the bugs in the "Reset Progress" feature. If you want to start everything from scratch, it now works perfectly. Exam Fixes: Some questions were playing hide-and-seek in the Inburgering and NT2 speaking and listening sections. We found them and put them back. Housekeeping: General user experience improvements and minor bug fixes for a smoother ride.

Waffie outdid himself this time! - Call Waffie and practice speaking Dutch. Have a real voice conversation with Waffie — order coffee, ask for directions, or survive a trip to the gemeente. He'll score your grammar, vocabulary, and fluency after each call. - Learn first, practice second! Beginners now see grammar rules before questions. At advanced levels, Waffie steps in right when you're struggling. The hint icon is still there too — grammar, spelling, pronunciation, all one tap away. - Meet new words before your lesson. You'll now learn new vocabulary before diving into exercises. No more surprise words, promise. - Podcasts now highlight every word as it's spoken. Follow along karaoke-style and long-press any word to save it to your word list. Learning while listening just got real. - Mispronounce it? Waffie remembers. Words you struggle to pronounce are now added to the SRS system and will reappear in review sessions. There's no escape. - Not sure which exam you need? Answer a few quick questions and Waffie will tell you whether it's Inburgering or NT2 Staatsexamen — and which level. - Puzzle Words: A brand-new practice mode! Learn Dutch compound words by piecing together stroopwafel pieces. Yes, it's as Dutch as it sounds. - A brand-new onboarding experience. Your first steps are now smoother and more fun. - Pick up where you left off. Left a lesson halfway? You can now continue right where you stopped. - Pronunciation feedback is now much faster. Waffie gives you results before you can even blink. - Invite friends, earn rewards! Share your unique link from your profile and win together. - New monthly calendar view for your daily streak. Track your streak on a beautiful calendar. - Manage your email preferences. Stay in the loop with Waffie's updates and offers — or quietly opt out, no hard feelings. - Dozens of bug fixes and UX improvements. Including a fix for text getting cut off on smaller screens. Waffie works hard behind the scenes too.

We oiled the chain and pumped the tires! Just a quick update to squash some minor bugs and keep your app running smoother than a bike on a freshly paved Dutch cycle path. No huge new features today, just a better learning experience. Keep practicing!

We realized that typing is safe, but speaking is where the real panic happens. So, we brought the heat. Live Speaking Mode: Real-Life Scenarios just got loud. Put your voice to the test in hundreds of timed missions. Simulate a job interview, argue with a landlord, or the ultimate boss fight: Convincing your GP to give you a referral instead of Paracetamol. Stuck? Grab a hint. Done? Waffie will grade your performance (be gentle, Waffie). Smart Lesson Nuggets: Lessons are no longer just questions. We sprinkled in bite-sized grammar rules, Dutch culture facts, and "Common Mistakes" warnings right inside the flow. Learn the difference between 'de' and 'het' or why Dutch people eat dinner at 6 PM, exactly when you need it. Interactive Podcasts: Don't just nod along pretending you understand. Now you can long-press any word in the podcast transcript to see its translation instantly and add it to your vocabulary list. The Report Card (Premium): Want to know if you slacked off this week? Premium users can now enable Weekly Progress Reports in settings. We’ll send you a summary of your wins (and your "could do betters"). Fresh Paint: The Practice Page got a makeover. It’s cleaner, faster, and easier to navigate. Bug Squashing: We fixed some technical glitches to keep your experience smoother than a fresh stroopwafel.

We are constantly sweeping the bike paths to make sure your learning journey is as smooth as possible. Here is what we did: Squashing Bugs: We found a few sneaky issues that could cause the app to close unexpectedly just when you were getting into the learning zone. We politely asked those bugs to leave. A Smoother Ride: We made several background improvements to keep everything running fast and stable. Less time dealing with glitches, more time mastering Dutch.

Even the best Dutch bicycles need a little oil on the chain after a massive upgrade. Here are the quick fixes: Unblocking the Chaos: We know Dutch word order is confusing enough without the app suddenly freezing on you. We fixed the bug that stopped you from moving forward in the "Word Order" exercises. You can now continue wrestling with where the verb goes. Voice Lessons: Waffie had a bit of a sore throat and was mispronouncing a few questions. We gave him some hot tea with honey (and fixed the code). The audio pronunciation is now accurate and strictly Dutch.

VERSION 2.0: THE BIG ONE We rebuilt the app from the ground up. It is smarter, faster, and frankly, better looking than us. Your Personal Dutch Butler: The Home page is brand new. It no longer guesses what you need; it knows. Daily lessons are now tailor-made based on your speed, interests, and what you are struggling with. The "Just in Time" Memory Hack: Our new spaced repetition system watches you like a hawk. It knows exactly when you are about to forget a word and pops it back on your screen right before it leaves your brain forever. Real Exam Simulation: Ready for the Inburgering or NT2? Don't panic. Take a full-length simulation for writing, listening, speaking, reading, and KNM. Waffie will grade you and tell you exactly where you need work (and maybe offer a digital tissue for the tears). Proof of Struggle: Finished a level? You now get a shiny certificate. Share it with your friends, your boss, or your doubters to prove you actually know what "Gezellig" means. Word Hunt Upgrade: In the Word Hunt game, we now give you the translation, and you have to find the Dutch word. Stuck? You have hint rights now. Use them wisely. Skill Map: Check your profile to see your "Skill Map." Our smart algorithm tracks your progress in real-time. Are you a grammar wizard but a pronunciation disaster? Now you will know. Brain Power: You can now track your memory health and error rates on your profile. See if your brain is getting sharper or if you just need more coffee. Streak Widget: A new widget for your home screen to remind you not to break your streak. No pressure. Boring Grammar is Gone: We removed the long, sleep-inducing grammar explanations from lessons. Now, just tap the hint icon if you need a quick rule refresher. Learn by doing, not by reading essays. Real Life Missions: Chat practice just got serious. Can you convince your GP to refer you to a specialist? Can you get a waiter to fix an incorrect bill? Can you make your landlord fix the heater? Succeed in these impossible Dutch missions and earn Stroopwafels! Collect Words: You can now easily add words from your Personal Plans directly to your vocabulary list. Fresh Look: New App Icon, new sound effects, and smoother visuals. Update now to meet the new StroopTaal!