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How to Say "Where are you from?" in Dutch

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
Waar kom je vandaan?
"Where are you from?" in Dutch 路 say it like vahr kom yuh fahn-dahn

The most natural way to say "Where are you from?" in Dutch is Waar kom je vandaan?. 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

Waar komt u vandaan?
more formal, used when addressing someone respectfully
Waar ben je vandaan?
a more casual variant, often used in informal settings

When to use it

You can use this phrase when meeting someone new and you want to know their background. It is a friendly way to start a conversation. It can be used in both casual and formal situations, depending on the variant you choose.

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Examples in Dutch

DutchEnglish
Waar kom je vandaan?Where are you from?
Common mistake
Learners often forget to use the correct form of 'je' or 'u' based on the level of formality.

The fastest way to remember it

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Frequently asked questions

Is het gepast om deze vraag te stellen?

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