Category: learning German

Treppenwitz

Treppenwitz is a German word (derived from the French l’esprit de l’escalier) which literally means ‘staircase joke’....

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German in Germany: de-active listening

It’s Christmas, my first Deutsche ‘Weihnacht’, and the Germans are all talking … German. This is it....

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How to Conjugate German Verbs

Aside from orangutans, humans are the only creatures able to differentiate between the past, present and future...

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Happy birthday in German & German customs and traditions

I am sure that you have already been invited to a birthday party or to a wedding....

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Learning German With Music

Learning German with music is one of the greatest ways to make vocab stick to your brain,...

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10 Ways to Incorporate German Culture into Your Online Learning Experience

When it comes to learning German, a language with a fascinating history and vibrant traditions, incorporating German...

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10 Ways to Overcome Learning Plateaus When Learning German Online

Whether you’re a beginner, intermediate, or advanced learner, you might find at some point in your online...

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How to Test Your German Skills Online and Track Your Progress

Did you know that it is not only possible to learn German online, but it is also...

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10 Ways to Stay Motivated When Learning German Online

Learning a new language can be an exciting and fulfilling endeavor, opening up a world of opportunities...

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How to prepare for the German Oral Exam B1?

Preparing for the German oral exam B1 TELC, Goethe, ÖSD (AU) or Fide (CH) is very doable...

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