gesprekstaal
Gesprekstaal is the informal spoken register used in everyday Dutch conversation. It is part of the broader spoken language and stands in contrast to formal written Dutch (Standaardnederlands), as well as to regional dialects. Gespreks taal reflects spontaneity, practicality and social interaction, and it varies across regions, ages, social groups and contexts.
Key features of gesprekstaal include the use of fillers and discourse markers such as nou, zeg maar,
Gesprekstaal overlaps with but is distinct from dialects. While dialects rely on regional phonology and lexicon,
Sociolinguistic variation is a notable aspect: leeftijd, regio, onderwijsniveau en sociale groep shape how gesprekstaal is