Alphabet Basic Phrases Number System Intro to German Grammar Self-introduction Are you considering learning German? If so, you are probably looking for resources to introduce you to the language. Whether it’s for personal reasons, because you are going to work in Germany or because you have to take the Goethe German A1 Test, it’s important…
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Best Podcasts to Learn German With: 7 Best Podcasts for German Learners
Learning German, whether you’re doing it by yourself or with a group, is a fun experience. A new language will enrich your personal and professional life, but no one said it was easy. Fortunately, the internet has brought us plenty of new language-learning tools, but podcasts are often the most underutilized. However, German podcasts can…
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How to Prepare for the Goethe German A1 Test
“I will never learn German”— that phrase hit me right in the face. Recently my college friend reminded me how many years ago while sitting in our college cafeteria, I said that I would never learn German. Fast forward to the future, and you will find me learning German, preparing for the Goethe-Zertifikat test: Start…
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9 Ways To Immerse Yourself in German at Home
Travelling to a country where your target language is spoken is a great way to practice and to immerse yourself in the language. However when it’s not possible to travel to Germany, there are plenty of ways to bring the German language to your home. Immersing yourself in the language is a fantastic way to…
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German Language as a Path to Understanding the Mind
Those seeking to gain knowledge about the human mind and spirituality, might think of learning an extra language like ancient Greek, or Sanskrit. Here we will present the view that they should also consider learning German. The German language can be a gateway to accessing the works of some really important thinkers. Sure these texts can…
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The Pareto Law Applied To Language Learning
Most people have heard of the 80/20 rule. This law was coined by mathematician Vilfredo Pareto. The concept is simple: in anything you do, 20% of your efforts will yield 80% of the results. What is this 20% in language learning? What should you focus your efforts on to get 80% of the results with…
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5 Books ESL Learners Ignore at Their Own Peril
If you want to improve your English, the books on this list will contribute to your growth as an ESL learner. The best part? The books are actually interesting and you’ll improve your knowledge of English literature in the process. I’m asking you to read one of them. Just one Do it 🙂 1. The…
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Why We Learn, Write and Speak Hebrew Today
“I believe German will be our principal language.” What would you think if heard these words from a Jew today? It was 123 years ago when Theodor Herzl, the father of Zionism, considered it impossible for Jews to revive the Hebrew language and speak it in everyday life. He hoped that German could substitute this…
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6 Common Greek Idiomatic Phrases Or Expressions
Daily, Greeks use idiomatic phrases or expressions and you may be surprised when you hear them for the first time. If you literally translate them they do not make much sense! Weird, right? Now, you are thinking… if they don’t make any sense why do Greeks use them and how did they come to be….
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Some German Traditions That Seem Weird to Foreigners
One thing about moving to or visiting a new country is that often the culture and customs are different. This means that when communicating with say, a person from Germany, responses and reactions may not be quite what you might expect. Conversely, how you approach others may be perceived as strange and not in keeping…
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What Netflix Treasure ‘Dark’ Shows About German Success In America
Have you see Dark? If you have, then you’ll already know how brilliant it is. If you haven’t, then what are you waiting for? Watch it today and give your eyes a real treat. Whatever your answer, Dark isn’t only a great show — it’s the latest example of German success in America. Germany has…
