Dutch Traffic & Road Vocabulary — Drive & Cycle in Dutch

Whether you're commuting in the Netherlands, navigating public transport, or simply learning for fun, knowing Dutch traffic vocabulary is incredibly useful. In this article, you'll learn essential road signs, transportation words, and phrases related to traffic rules in Dutch. Perfect for expats, travelers, and language students alike!

🚗 Basic Traffic Vocabulary

• verkeer – traffic
• stoplicht – traffic light
• weg – road
• kruispunt – intersection
• snelweg – highway
• afslag – exit
• rotonde – roundabout
• voetganger – pedestrian
• fietspad – bike lane
• rijbaan – lane

🚍 Public Transport Vocabulary

• bus – bus
• trein – train
• metro – subway/metro
• station – station
• halte – stop
• kaartje – ticket
• reiziger – traveler
• inchecken – to check in
• uitchecken – to check out

🛑 Signs and Safety

• voorrang – priority
• verboden toegang – no entry
• maximumsnelheid – speed limit
• eenrichtingsverkeer – one-way traffic
• parkeren verboden – no parking

📚 Real-Life Sentences

• Het stoplicht staat op rood. – The traffic light is red.
• De bus vertrekt om acht uur. – The bus leaves at 8 o’clock.
• Je moet hier inchecken met je kaart. – You need to check in with your card here.
• De fietsers gebruiken het fietspad. – Cyclists use the bike lane.

💡 Tips for Learners

• Practice recognizing road signs in Dutch while traveling.
• Use Dutch transit apps like NS and 9292 to reinforce vocabulary in context.
• Watch Dutch driving instruction videos with subtitles for practical use.

📌 Related Topics

• Common Dutch Verbs
• Dutch Numbers
• Dutch Colors