The double infinitive in Dutch [list of auxiliary verbs included]

There are verbs that you can combine in the main sentence with other verbs. You call these verbs auxiliary verbs. Some auxiliary verbs you use a lot, such as moeten, willen and gaan, and some verbs are less known.

Auxiliary verbs play an important role in Dutch language. In this document:

• You will find an explanation of the use of auxiliary verbs

• You will learn how to form the perfect tense with a double infinitive

• You will find a list of the most important auxiliary verbs

• Exercises and answers