With adjustable speed and repetition functions, weaker students can spend more time on difficult listening fragments without feeling left behind in class.
Open de nieuwe transcriptie (die zit bij de audio). Lees mee terwijl je luistert. Markeer alle woorden die je niet verstond, ook al ken je de spelling. Dit zijn vaak "verbindingswoorden" zoals ‘r, d’r, m’n in plaats van haar, er, mijn.
The book itself does not include a CD. You access audio via:
⚠️ If you bought a second-hand book, check if the access code is still valid (often single-use).
This is where the "Audio New" aspect shines or fails depending on your context.
For the Classroom:
The "New" edition updates the vocabulary to reflect modern life.
The Verdict Up Front: De Opmaat remains the gold standard for beginners starting at level A1 moving toward A2. The "New" edition brings significant improvements to the audio quality and accessibility, finally making it a viable option for serious self-study, though the lack of English explanations in the book itself still requires a dictionary or translation app for absolute beginners.
Voorheen waren alle stemmen standaard AN (Algemeen Nederlands). De nieuwe audio introduceert sprekers met lichte accenten (Amsterdams, Rotterdams, of een zachte Turkse of Marokkaanse tongval) zoals die in het echte leven voorkomen.
