Plofje: your pocket Dutch coach, always there when you need it.
From your very first words to B1. Plofje explains the grammar step by step, shows you exactly what to practice next, and cheers you on, a few minutes a day, right from your phone.
Free to use. No trial, no card, no catch.
Fill in the missing word
"Ik ___ elke dag Nederlands."
Goed bezig! "Ik leer elke dag Nederlands." The verb comes second, just like in your word order lesson.
Learn Dutch step by step, from A0 to B1
Starting from zero, or picking up where your course left off? Plofje teaches the grammar first, then helps you practice it until it sticks.
- A0
First words
Say hello, introduce yourself, count and ask simple questions. Made for complete beginners.
- A1
Everyday basics
Zijn and hebben, the present tense, word order, and saying no with niet and geen.
- A2
Your life in Dutch
Talk about the past and the future, compare things and build longer sentences.
- B1
Confident and independent
Give your opinion, explain why, and handle work and official situations. The level most Inburgering routes ask for.
Lessons that explain first
Each lesson teaches one grammar point in a few short cards, then you practice it straight away.
A grammar guide for every level
Search any topic, from de and het to subordinate clauses, with examples and the most common mistake.
Ask Plofje anything
Stuck on a rule? Ask Plofje and get an explanation that fits your level.
See what Plofje can do
Real screens from the app. Pick a feature to take a look.
Your day, planned for you
Open the app and Plofje has already picked what to practice, based on the skills you find hardest. Choose 5, 10, 15 or 30 minutes and start.
- Today's plan, built around your weak spots
- Continue your path: jump straight back into your next lesson
- Your level, streak, practice minutes and words learned at a glance
- Vocabulary reviews, friends and shared challenges right next to your progress
Lessons that explain first, then practice
Follow a guided path through every level. Each lesson teaches one grammar point in a few short cards, then lets you practice it right away.
- Lessons from A0 to B1, with your current level open by default
- Learn, practice, result: a few minutes per lesson
- Nothing is locked: jump to any lesson, or retake one to refresh it
- Progress per level, so you always know what comes next
Grammar, explained simply
A searchable grammar guide for every level. Each topic gives you the rule in plain English, real examples and the mistake most learners make.
- Topics from A0 to B1, from de and het to subordinate clauses
- Search any topic, or filter by level
- Examples with English translations
- A common-mistake tip on every topic
Stuck? Ask Plofje
Ask any grammar question and Plofje explains it at your level, like a patient tutor who is always around.
- Explanations that match your level
- Suggested questions to get you started
- Word order, de or het, verbs: ask about anything
Find your starting point
15 short questions across five skills, about 10 to 15 minutes. It isn't a test: it helps Plofje pick the lessons and practice that fit you.
- Reading, listening, writing, vocabulary and speaking, with your progress per skill as you go
- Not sure? Choose "I don't know" and move on
- Save and exit any time, then pick up where you left off
- Prefer talking? Let Plofje interview you in a chat instead
- An estimated level, not an official certificate, that gets sharper as you practice
Stories at your level
Read short Dutch texts about work, home and everyday life, written for your level. Stuck on a word? Tap it.
- Tap any word to see its meaning and save it to your list
- Listen to the text read aloud, or show the English translation
- Key vocabulary from each text, ready to save in one tap
Real conversations, real speed
Listen to natural Dutch dialogues, like chatting with a colleague about the weekend, then check what you understood.
- Two speakers, with subtitles when you need them
- A full transcript with translation, where every word can be saved
- Quick questions to check you caught the important parts
Write it, then get feedback
Plofje gives you a real situation, like a new neighbour knocking on your door. You write a reply and get feedback on what went well and what to fix.
- Situations you'll actually meet in the Netherlands
- A quick question first, so you know you understood the situation
- Feedback on grammar, word choice and tone, or just chat with Plofje
Speak up, without the nerves
Describe a picture, answer a question or have a conversation with Plofje. Record your answer and hear back right away.
- Picture tasks that get you talking about everyday scenes
- Instant feedback on what you said and how to say it more naturally
- Talk with Plofje mode for free conversation practice
Every word you saved, in one place
Words you tap in stories, dialogues and writing tasks land in your own list. Plofje brings them back at the right moment so they stick.
- Hear how each word is pronounced
- Strength dots show how well you know each word
- Search your list or add your own words
- Spaced repetition reviews, a few minutes a day
Your progress, your way
Pick a username and avatar for friends to find you. Your name and email stay private. Check your estimated level and retake the level check whenever you like.
- A username that isn't tied to your name or email
- Your estimated level and a breakdown per skill
- Retake the level check any time
Goed bezig! Three days in a row. Ready for a quick speaking round before lunch?
Meet Plofje, your coach
Encouraging, patient, and just a little cheeky when you skip a day. Plofje remembers what you're good at, what trips you up, and meets you exactly where you are.
Plofje is an AI coach, not a human teacher: it's built to guide your daily practice, not replace a real course or exam prep.
Practice for the Dutch you'll actually use
Everyday expat life, not textbook dialogues.
Calling the gemeente
"Ik bel over mijn afspraak."
Practice the phrases you need to sort out paperwork without switching to English.
Chatting with your neighbour
"Hoe was je weekend?"
Small talk at the door or in the hallway, the everyday conversations that build real fluency.
Writing to your landlord
"De verwarming doet het niet."
Get feedback on the emails and messages you actually need to send.
Getting ready for Inburgering?
Lessons and daily practice line up with what the A2 and B1 exams ask of you: the grammar behind it, plus speaking, writing, reading and listening, built into the same habit you're already forming.
Questions people ask
Is it really free?+
Yes. Hoi Plofje is free to use: no trial period, no credit card, no hidden tier.
Who is Plofje?+
Plofje is the AI coach built into the app. It guides your lessons and daily practice, answers your grammar questions, gives you feedback on your speaking and writing, and tracks what you should work on next.
Is Plofje a real teacher?+
No, Plofje is AI, not a human teacher. It's built for daily practice and works well alongside a real course, lessons, or Inburgering prep.
Which levels does it cover?+
Hoi Plofje covers A0 through B1: from your very first words, even if you've never studied Dutch, to the level most people need for everyday life and Inburgering.
Does it teach grammar?+
Yes. The Learn section has step-by-step lessons that explain one grammar point at a time before you practice it, plus a searchable grammar guide for every level from A0 to B1. Stuck on something? Ask Plofje.
Is my level official?+
Your level is an estimate based on your level check and ongoing practice. It's a helpful guide, not an official certificate.
Do I need to download anything?+
No, Hoi Plofje runs right in your browser, on your phone or your laptop.
Can I practice with friends?+
Yes, add friends, see each other's streaks, and join shared challenges to keep each other motivated.
How can I ask for help?+
If you need any help regarding the app, feel free to contact us at support@hoiplofje.nl
Plofje's ready when you are.
Free, no card needed: take the level check, open your first lesson, or jump straight into practice.
