Have you ever marveled at how certain German music terms like “Leitmotif” have seamlessly integrated themselves into everyday English? The influence of German music terminology on the larger linguistic and cultural landscape is both fascinating and pervasive. In this article, we’ll take a look at some of the most fascinating and inspiring terms and concepts…
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What is Germany famous for?
Germany is a country rich in history, culture, and innovation. From its stunning landscapes to its bustling cities and world-renowned industries, there’s something for everyone in Germany! From its contributions to art, music, and literature to its reputation for innovation and engineering, Germany is known for many things that have made it one of the…
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17 Famous German Inventions That Shaped Our World
Have you ever wondered where some of the most brilliant inventions in our daily lives come from? In today’s fast-paced world, we often take for granted the objects that make our lives easier, more enjoyable, and more connected. How have German inventions influenced modern technology? Germany, the land of poets and thinkers, has long been…
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10 Strange German Laws That Will Boggle Your Mind
Germany is well-known for being a country with a million different laws, rules and regulations about everything from signing forms to building houses. There are many blogs and news-outlets online that talk about any number of “crazy German laws”, some of which are either outdated or simply wrong. Today, I’ve looked into a few of those…
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23 Fun German Cartoon Series For German Learners
One of the best ways to learn a language, after having acquired some basics, is to immerse yourself in authentic materials, such as short stories, comics, movies or of course–cartoons. While many cartoons on German television are dubbed versions of US series, there’s also a plethora of original productions. Today I’d like to share a…
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Why You’ll Never Get The German Sense of Humor Unless You Learn the Language
Have you ever heard the saying that Germans have no sense of humor? Well, it’s a fairly widespread belief. In a 2007 study more than 30,000 people in 15 countries were asked to rank the world’s countries with the worst sense of humor. Guess which country earned the title of “Unfunniest Nation”? Yeah, you guessed it … But…
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7 Strange German Superstitions And Slightly Crazy Cultural Beliefs
A Badly Timed “Happy Birthday” in Germany Brings Bad Luck No Eye-Contact While Clinking Glasses = 7 Years Of Bad Lovemaking Lighting Your Cigarette With a Candle Causes a Sailor to Die Crossing Your Fingers Means You’re Lying Cover Your Mouth While Yawning, Lest Demons Enter Your Soul Leaving Without Goodbye Is Something That Bad…
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7 German TV Series To Make You Laugh And Learn The Language In No Time
Tired of struggling with irregular verbs and breaking your head over declension rules? Why not put your textbook aside for a while and watch some German TV series? Even if you don’t understand everything at first, you’ll be surprised how much you can glean just from body-language, mimicry and context. In this post, I’d like to…
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9 Things You Should Know About Cologne’s Carnival
Cologne’s Carnival, also known as the Fifth Season, is one of the more strange and colorful events in Germany, attracting tourists from all over the world. From extravagant costumes, biting political satire that doesn’t shy away from even the most controversial topics, to non-stop music, mandatory drunkenness and dancing, the festival is a feast for…
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30 German Movies For Kids, Adults & Cinephiles
Learning German with stories is an effective and fun way to practice and enjoy yourself at the same time. Learning German with movies is another excellent strategy for immersion. Today, I’d like to present a number of German movies for learners (in no particular order). Where available, I’ve added vocabulary and exercise resources to help…
