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How to Say "What's your name?" in Dutch

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
Wat is je naam?
"What's your name?" in Dutch 路 say it like vaht is yuh nahm

The most natural way to say "What's your name?" in Dutch is Wat is je naam?. Tap the speaker above to hear it, then say it back out loud. That is the fastest way to make it stick.

Other ways to say it

Wat is uw naam?
Use this in formal situations or when addressing someone respectfully.
Hoe heet je?
A more casual way to ask, often used among friends.

When to use it

You can use this phrase when meeting someone new. It is a polite way to ask for someone's name. It works in both formal and informal settings, depending on the variant you choose.

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Examples in Dutch

DutchEnglish
Hallo, wat is je naam?Hello, what is your name?
Goedemorgen, wat is uw naam?Good morning, what is your name?
Common mistake
A common mistake is using 'Wat is jouw naam?' which is less formal and not typically used in polite conversation.

The fastest way to remember it

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Frequently asked questions

Is het ok茅 om 'je' te gebruiken in formele situaties?

Het is beter om 'uw' te gebruiken in formele situaties.

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