Which statement about the Dutch spelling 'ij' is correct?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: D. It is treated as one letter-pair in sorting and capitalised together as 'IJ' at the start of a name like IJsselmeer
- Step 1: In Dutch writing 'ij' counts as a unit. Step 2. At the start of a name both letters are capitalised, as in IJsselmeer and IJmuiden. Answer: 'IJ' is capitalised together. Why not the others: 'Ij' is not the standard form, and 'ij' is a single vowel sound.
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