# Nederlands in gang 4: Running into a friend

**Language:** Dutch  
**CEFR Level:** A1  

> Master catching up with a friend by listening to Lieke and Hamza's conversation on a bridge in Delft, which pairs with the themes of chapter 4 of Nederlands in gang. It may feel challenging at first, but by the end of this course you will be able to fully understand and participate.

**Setting:** A bridge by the market square in Delft on a Saturday late morning. Lieke and Hamza used to work in the same café and have not seen each other for months. They use je with each other from the first line.

## Lessons

### 1. Recognising someone in the street

Lieke spots Hamza on the bridge and they are happy to see each other.

### 2. Asking how someone is

Hamza and Lieke ask how the other is doing.

### 3. Talking about mornings and evenings

Lieke and Hamza tell each other when they work now.

### 4. Suggesting meeting up

Hamza suggests getting a coffee some time, and Lieke wants cake with it.

### 5. Finding a day that works

Hamza suggests a morning, but Lieke works mornings, so she suggests an afternoon.

### 6. Agreeing on a time and place

Lieke and Hamza agree on three o'clock at the market square.

### 7. Ending with a wish

Hamza and Lieke say goodbye and wish each other a good weekend.