How to Say “Change Language” in Dutch

taal wijzigen
The Dutch phrase for "change language" is taal wijzigen.
This phrase is used when you want to select a different language for a software interface or for device settings.

Did you know?

  • In the Netherlands and Belgium, the word taal can also be used in the phrase taalgevoel, which describes an intuitive 'feeling' for the nuances of a language.
  • The word taal shares a common ancestor with the English word 'tell', both originating from the idea of counting or recounting a story.
  • The Dutch language has a specific word for the 'language' used in a specific professional field, called vaktaal.

Examples in context

  • Ik wil de taal wijzigen.
    I want to change the language.
  • Kun je de taal wijzigen in de instellingen?
    Can you change the language in the settings?
  • Je kunt de taal wijzigen in het menu.
    You can change the language in the menu.

Example conversation

Noah and Lisa are looking at a tablet interface.

  1. Noah

    Hoe kan ik de taal wijzigen?
    How can I change the language?
  2. Lisa

    Ga naar de instellingen om de taal te wijzigen.
    Go to the settings to change the language.
  3. Noah

    Dank je, Lisa. Dat is makkelijk.
    Thank you, Lisa. That is easy.
  4. Lisa

    Graag gedaan, Noah!
    You're welcome, Noah!

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