Sven W.
Professional Super Tutor
Should you book Sven?
Yes Sven is one of the most experienced Dutch tutors on Preply: 3,663 lessons and a 5.0 rating from 56 reviews. Meets our Verified Pro standard. Book one lesson to see if the style fits you.
- Who is Sven a good tutor for?
- The profile says: beginners, speaking practice and the inburgering or NT2 exam.
- How much does a lesson with Sven cost?
- $66 an hour (Preply lists $55 for a 50-minute lesson). More than most Dutch tutors we list (middle price $36).
- Can Sven explain things in my language?
- Sven also speaks English.
- How do I book Sven?
- Through Preply, not through us. We only link to the profile.
From the public numbers on Preply and the tutor's own profile text.
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About Sven W.
Hoi! I'm Sven! I'm a Rotterdammer and Dutch native through and through, born and raised in the city of bold architecture and even bolder directness. These days, though, you'll find me in Cambodia, trading Dutch canals for tropical heat and learning the Cambodian language, Khmer — one mistake at a time. Maybe you're learning Dutch because you're moving to the Netherlands, preparing for an exam, or just want to connect with your heritage. Or maybe you simply love the sound of our infamous hard G. Whatever brought you here — welkom! Why learn with me? Because I'm right there with you. Learning Khmer in Cambodia, I know the frustration of blanking on words mid-sentence—and the rush when it finally clicks. Patience? I've got plenty to go around. 6+ years teaching Dutch to all kinds of students: NT2 exam prep, integration, expats navigating daily life, families reconnecting with their heritage. Big goals, small goals—I've helped with them all. But I bring more than textbooks. 22+ countries, a curious mind, and interests that run from philosophy to scuba diving to gaming. Want to unpack Dutch news? Debate something ridiculous? Chat about music or food? I'm all in. Learning sticks when it's actually interesting. Let's make it interesting. How my lessons work We'll definitely talk. A lot. Because fluency comes from speaking, not from filling in worksheets. But I also believe in giving you solid ground to stand on. So I mix natural conversation with proven textbooks, news articles, music, and video. Reading, writing, listening, pronunciation — we cover it all, but always through the lens of what you need and enjoy. And because language and culture are inseparable, I love sharing all those little Dutch cultural aspects and insights along the way. From Sinterklaas traditions to gezelligheid, from directness to Dutch birthday customs — I'll help you understand not just how we speak, but how we think and live. Think of it as personalized structure: a clear path forward, with plenty of room to wander down interesting side roads. A bit more about me Teaching Dutch has become something I genuinely love. There's something special about watching someone light up when a tricky phrase finally clicks. Outside of teaching, I'm the kind of person who's always chasing curiosity — new countries, new ideas, new hobbies. Coaching people and helping them grow just comes naturally to me, whether that's in language or in life. Ready to give it a try? Whether you're starting from scratch or polishing your fluency, I'd love to help. Book a trial lesson with me and let's figure out where you want to go with Dutch — and how to have fun getting there. Tot snel!
Teaching style
I mix natural conversation with proven textbooks, news articles, music, and video, ensuring lessons cover all aspects of language learning through engaging content.
- Also speaks
- Nederlands (Native), English (Native)
- Focus
- Dutch for beginners, Conversational Dutch, Intensive Dutch, NT2
What students say
56 reviews on Preply
- Bua★ 5 · June 20, 2026 (edited)
I highly recommend Sven. He is incredibly helpful and patient. What I appreciate most is that he consistently come up with alternative examples that make difficult topics much easier. He is also very flexible with scheduling which make it much easier to fit lessons into my busy routine. Throughout every lessons, I feel that his main goal is to support my progress and help me improve my Dutch skills.
- Johan★ 5 · June 16, 2026
Sven is a highly skilled dutch tutor, I've been learning with him for a couple of months now and have found him to be highly flexible in terms of learning material, and a nice person to chat with all in all.
- Stanislav★ 5 · June 13, 2026
Sven is a great tutor! tailored study program for your needs and level. I can see my progress after just one month of lessons! Sven puts alot of effort into his students. thanks Sven, looking forward to next lesson!
- Emmanuel★ 5 · June 12, 2026
Sven is super helpful and patient. He has boosted my confidence with the language. Would definitely keep recommending.
- Kostya★ 5 · June 12, 2026
from my POV a great teacher, helped me a lot to improve my DUTCH after struggling with the exams and portfolio during university. as for this moment, i'm still learning dutch with him.
- Milly★ 5 · May 24, 2026
I have been learning with Sven for around 2 months now and my Dutch has markedly improved. He is extremely motivating and I now sometimes find myself speaking in Dutch during the lesson for a whole 15 minutes (despite being a complete beginner!). He takes the time in between lessons to check in and set unique homework tasks tailored your needs and learning style. I would recommend him to all prospective Dutch students!
Reviews quoted from the tutor's public Preply profile.
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