If you go to Holland only with the knowledge of English, can you communicate with the Dutch in English? Do they know it? The
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Despite the fact that in Holland the main language is Dutch (refers to the Germanic group of languages), the majority (almost 90% of the main population) of the inhabitants of the country of tulips is also fluent in English. Especially English language will not become an obstacle for tourists: in museums, souvenir shops, hotels and other tourist places the staff speaks fluent English (especially for large cities and tourist centers).
In general, in European countries it is common practice when a person knows two or three foreign at a decent level in addition to his native language.
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Most Dutch speak English well, especially in large cities and major tourist centers.
December 1, 2009
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