De Nederlandsche Bank analogies explained
Learn what the De Nederlandsche Bank analogies module involves, which skills it checks, and what to expect when you practice for GITP.
What this module covers
The analogies module for De Nederlandsche Bank is part of the aptitude test administered by GITP. It focuses on verbal reasoning and asks you to identify how two words or concepts are related.
The goal is to recognize a shared relationship, such as meaning, function, or category, and then apply that same logic to the answer options. This is a straightforward way to assess how carefully and consistently you can work with verbal relationships.
You can use this module to get familiar with the question style before the assessment. That is helpful because the assessment is compared with a norm group and the invitation email or GITP platform indicates which parts you need to complete.
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This gives you an immediate feel for the question style and the value of the practice environment.
How the exercise is approached
Each question presents one or more word pairs that are linked in a specific way. Your task is to find the answer choice that follows the same relationship.
The format is simple, but it rewards careful reading. You need to look beyond the words themselves and focus on the logic behind the pair, then compare that logic with the options shown.
A calm practice routine helps you become more comfortable with this structure. Over time, you learn to spot common relationships more quickly and keep your pace steady under time pressure.
How to prepare with this content
Use the analogies module as focused practice for the verbal part of the aptitude test. It works best when you treat it as preparation for the exact style of reasoning used in the assessment.
- Check the invitation email or the GITP platform to confirm which parts are included.
- Pay attention to the relationship between the first pair before looking at the options.
- Practice steadily so the question structure feels familiar on test day.
If you already know the format, additional practice can still help you refine your approach. That is useful when you want to start the assessment with more confidence and less uncertainty.
How this fits into the wider assessment
The De Nederlandsche Bank assessment may include several aptitude components, such as matrices, number series, and figure sequences, alongside analogies. The exact combination depends on your invitation.
This means the analogies module should be viewed as one part of a broader preparation plan. It supports the verbal reasoning section, while the other parts focus more on pattern recognition and logical problem-solving.
Because the aptitude test is scored against a norm group, it helps to practice in advance with the types of questions you may encounter. That way, you know what the format looks like before you begin.