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8 Immigration

11 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Do you need to renew your residence permit? Or do you need a visa? This is where you will learn the terms you need when you talk about immigration and...

6 Where do you live?

11 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Do you live in Germany or abroad? In the country or in the city? Using these terms and expressions, you can describe your place of residence to others...

75 Applying for a job

08 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Are you looking for a job? This is where you will learn the vocabulary you need for applications – from CV to job interview. Hopefully you'll get a ...

58 Breakfast

08 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Coffee, eggs and fresh rolls – or would you rather eat cereal? Get your day off to a good start with a yummy breakfast. This is where you will learn...

52 Partying

08 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Weekend at last! Be it a bar or a club – now you can go out and celebrate with your friends. Learn words and phrases for the next party outing.

90 Love and relationships

08 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In love, engaged, married. Love is an important subject – for couples and singles. Learn words and phrases about relationships.

89 People you know

08 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Colleague, neighbor or best friend? What is your relationship to another person? Here you will learn the right words.

94 Feelings

08 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Feelings like joy and fear, happiness and sadness shape our lives. In this lesson you will learn how to express your emotions in German.

93 Qualities

08 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

My brother is arrogant, but also humorous – we all have good and bad traits. Here you learn how to describe people's personalities.

74 At university II

08 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

German studies or law – what is your field of study? Here you learn how to talk about different study programs at university.

92 Communication

08 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

There are many sides to communication. We talk, argue and exchange information and opinions. This is where you will learn the vocabulary you need.

73 At university I

08 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Many people go to university when they finish school. Do you go to university too? Learn some important vocabulary to help you get started.

88 Plants

08 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Do you have plants in your home? Or maybe you have a garden. Whether trees or flowers – this is where you will learn the names of different plant sp...

91 Praise and criticism

08 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Everyone likes to be complimented. But sometimes you have to talk about mistakes and problems. In this lesson, you learn how to praise and criticize p...

100 Interjections

08 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Yay! Wow! Yuck! Feelings like joy or disgust are often expressed very spontaneously. Here you will learn interjections in German – and their meaning...

99 Dreams and wishes

08 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Everyone has dreams and wishes. Some people want peace; others want money or a car. What do you dream of? Learn to talk about your wishes.

87 Nature and landscape

08 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Do you prefer walking in the woods or by the sea? What’s your favorite kind of landscape? This is where you will learn words and phrases about the e...

86 Animals and pets

08 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Do you have a pet? Maybe a dog or a cat? Or do you own a horse? This is where you will learn the names of animals.

98 Holidays

08 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

You probably know Christmas and New Year's Eve, but do you also know German Unity Day? Here you will learn about different holidays in Germany.

97 Birthdays

08 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

How do you celebrate your birthday? Do you have a party with presents? I'm sure your friends will be happy to get an invitation! Learn the vocabulary ...

85 Politics

08 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Which party will win the election? Your vote counts in a democratic country! This is where you will learn words related to politics.

96 Congratulations!

08 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Birthday, wedding or a passed exam – there are many opportunities to convey your good wishes. Here you will learn the right expressions.

95 Sad events

08 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Illness, accidents and death – unfortunately, there are also sad events in life. Learn words and phrases for such situations in this lesson.

84 Public office

08 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Birth, marriage, new home? Then let's go to the civil registry! But don't forget your documents. Learn vocabulary to help you prepare for all the form...

82 Bicycle

08 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Every cyclist has had a flat tire. So if you ride a bike, you should have a repair kit with you – and learn the vocabulary in this lesson.

81 Car

08 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Do you have a driver's license? If you drive a lot, you should know what the parts of your vehicle are called. Learn important vocabulary about cars a...

83 At the police station

08 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Whether you're mugged or your home is broken into – if you are the victim of a crime, you file a report. In this lesson, you learn how to talk to th...

80 In a purse

08 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Wallet, keys and cellphone – some things are always in your purse. In this lesson you will learn what these little things are called German.

79 Booking a room

08 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Be it a holiday or a business trip – you need a room in a hotel, guesthouse or youth hostel. This where you learn how to book it.

62 In the kitchen

08 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Ovens, stoves, refrigerators and dishwashers save us a lot of work. In this lesson you learn what kitchen appliances are called in German.

78 Vacation

08 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Holidays at last! Do you want to go away or stay at home? The words and phrases in this lesson help you to talk about your holiday in German.

77 Work and salary

08 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Are you a permanent employee? Do you work full-time or part-time? In this lesson you learn words about your employment status – and of course, your ...

76 Workday

08 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Do you have nice colleagues? Do you like working overtime or are you waiting for the shift to end? Here you learn words and phrases that you need at w...

72 School II

08 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Books, notebooks and a pen – what else do you have in your school bag? This is where you will learn about what you need at school.

71 School I

08 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Do you go to school or have school-age children? Then schedules and homework are part of your everyday life. This is where you find some related vocab...

61 In the house

08 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Whether you live in a house or an apartment – you'll need the words in this lesson! This lesson is about houses – from the basement to the roof.

70 Spelling

08 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

How do you spell that? With a B like Bravo? Here you will learn the letters of the alphabet. You'll see that it’s not too difficult to spell in Germ...

69 On the phone

08 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Hello, this is Philipp Neumann. Could I please speak to Ms. Steller? And what is your extension? Learn how to make phone calls in German.

39 Giving birth

08 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Birth preparation course in German. In this lesson you find useful vocabulary about giving birth, including pregnancy and ultrasounds.

68 Appearance

08 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Are you a blonde or do you have black hair? And what color are your eyes? In this lesson you learn how to describe peoples’ appearances.

67 At the hairdresser's

08 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Are you here for just a haircut or would you like to have your hair dyed? In this lesson you learn useful words for a visit to a hair salon.

29 Buying fruit

08 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Do you like fruit? In this lesson you learn the words for apples, bananas and other fruit you can buy in Germany.

66 Make–up

07 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

If you use make–up, you probably like lipstick, mascara and powder. Learn the right vocabulary for make–up and cosmetics.

65 In the bathroom

07 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Shower, sink, mirror and toothbrush – this is what you need for personal hygiene in the bathroom. Learn the related vocabulary in German.

64 In the bedroom

07 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

A bed, a wardrobe and a dresser are the most important pieces of furniture in a bedroom. This where you learn German furniture vocabulary.

63 The living room

07 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

The sofa is in the living room. What else is there? In this lesson you learn the words for furniture and other things in a living room.

60 Describing something

07 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Old and new, interesting and boring. In this lesson you learn some important adjectives that you can use to describe things.

59 "W" question words

07 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Who? How? What? Why? When? In German, most question words begin with the letter W. In this lesson, you learn how to ask the right questions.

57 Setting the table

07 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Knife, fork, spoon, plate … you need cutlery and dishes to set the table. In this lesson, you learn what these objects are called in German.

56 Cooking

07 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Stir all ingredients well and do not leave the pot on the stove for too long! In this lesson you learn important words and phrases about cooking.

51 Soccer

07 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Are you a soccer fan? What's your favorite team? In this lesson you learn words you can use in a soccer stadium.

55 Sweets and snacks

07 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Not healthy, but delicious: chocolate, chips and gummy bears. In this lesson you learn the German words for sweets and snacks.

54 In a restaurant

07 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Please bring me the menu! In this lesson, you go to a restaurant. Learn how to order food and ask for the bill.

38 At the gynecologist’s

07 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Do you need a contraceptive or do you have menstrual cramps? We can help you to prepare for an appointment with your gynecologist.

50 On the internet

07 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Excuse me, do you have WIFI? What is the password? Log on and go online! In this lesson you learn how to surf the internet in German!

53 Where are you going to?

07 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Many of us are constantly on the go – on the way to the supermarket, the movie theater or the library. Learn how to describe where you are going.

37 Body parts

07 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Stomach, head, back – what are the parts of the body? And what do you say when you feel pain? This is where you will learn how to explain what part ...

49 Computers

07 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Whether in the office, at university or at home: nowadays you need a computer. Learn how to navigate the digital world in German.

46 Weather

07 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Is the sun shining or is it raining? And what's the temperature? This is where you will learn to talk about the weather. It's always a popular topic o...

36 In the hospital

07 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Call an ambulance! Go to the hospital! In this lesson, you learn vocabulary you need in emergencies. Hopefully you won't need to use it.

45 At the bank

07 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Do you want to open an account or transfer money to someone? In this lesson you learn basic vocabulary for a visit to the bank.

44 Cleaning up

07 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Vacuuming, washing dishes and cleaning the bathroom – in this lesson you learn German terms for household chores.

48 Hobbies

07 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Meeting friends, going to the movie theater or listening to music? What is your hobby? In this lesson you learn about some popular pastimes.

43 It’s not working

07 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

The heating doesn’t work! The washing machine is broken! There's always something in the apartment that needs to be fixed. But how do you say it in ...

47 Sports and leisure

07 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

What do you do in your spare time? Do you like to play soccer, or do you prefer to jog? This is where you will learn to talk about different sports.

42 Apartment furnishing

07 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

A bed, a table and chairs – what would an apartment be without furniture? Learn words for things you need to furnish your home.

41 Apartment search

07 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Kitchen, bathroom, two rooms – how much is the rent? And don't forget the utilities! In this lesson you learn the vocabulary you need when looking f...

40 Children

07 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Not long ago they were babies with diapers and pacifiers. Now they are already going to kindergarten! Here you will learn how to talk about children i...

35 At the doctor’s

07 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Do you feel sick? Do you have any pain, fever or other symptoms? This is where you will learn important vocabulary for a visit to the doctor. Get well...

33 Clothing I

07 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Dresses or trousers: What’s in your closet? In this lesson you learn the German words for different pieces of clothing.

32 That is what I eat

07 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Do you eat meat or are you a vegetarian? In this lesson you learn how to say what you like to eat and what you don’t like.

31 Beverages

07 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

What would you like to drink? In this lesson you learn about different drinks and how to order coffee, water or wine in German.

34 Clothing II

07 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Too big or too small, too long or too short – finding clothes in the right size is often not easy. Here are sentences to help you get what you need.

30 Buying vegetables

07 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Whether onions, carrots or salad – vegetables are healthy. In this lesson you learn what different types of vegetables are called in German.

21 Traveling

07 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Do you like to travel? Whether you take a train, take a ferry or fly, this is where you find terms related to travel.

28 Buying groceries

07 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Do you need to make a shopping list for bread, cheese, eggs or rice in German? No problem. Here is a list of different kinds of food.

20 Transportation

07 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Are you driving your car or would you rather take the train? In this lesson you learn the terms for transportation on German roads or rail.

24 Giving directions

07 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Excuse me, how do I get to the main station? Straight ahead, then turn right at the next intersection and then left. Here’s how to get directions in...

27 Buying and paying

07 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Do you want to shop in a German supermarket? How much does the soap cost? Can you pay in cash? Learn sentences about buying and paying.

19 Cancellations

07 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Sometimes there is no other way around it: You have to cancel an appointment. There are certain phrases you need to use when you apologize.

23 In the city

07 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

City hall, school, cinema, post office. In every city there are buildings and places you should know. Here you will learn what they are called in Germ...

26 Meals

07 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

This lesson is about meals. When is breakfast? What time is dinner? And what's for dessert today? Bon appetit!

25 Colors

07 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

The world is full of color. What's your favorite color? Blue, yellow or red? Or something completely different? Learn the names of colors in German.

18 Daily routine

07 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Get up, brush your teeth, go to work: There are some things we do every day. This is where you will learn how to describe your daily routine in German...

10 Learning German

07 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Would you like to learn German? Grammar, vocabulary, how to sign up for a language course – this lesson is all about the German language.

22 A train ticket

07 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

If you take the train, you have to buy a ticket. But that can be quite complicated sometimes. We'll help you with a bit of vocabulary!

9 Asking for help

07 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Do you need help or would you like to ask someone to speak more slowly? Learn simple sentences to help you get help.

17 Telling time

07 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

What time is it? Is it quarter to seven or already quarter past seven? In this lesson, you learn how to tell the time in German.

7 Family

07 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Father, mother, children, brother, sister and still more relatives – families are big! Learn how to introduce family members in German.

5 Where are you from?

07 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

What country are you from? When people meet for the first time, they often ask where they come from. Here you learn how to ask and answer this in Germ...

4 How are you?

07 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Do you feel well or bad, tired – or even sick? Or are you happy? Here you will learn how to tell others how you are feeling at the moment.

3 Greeting and parting

07 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

"Hallo!", "Guten Morgen!", "Guten Tag!" and "Tschüss!“. This is where you will learn how to say hello and goodbye in German.

16 Days of the week

07 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Monday to Sunday – Here you will learn the days of the week in German. Learn the words for “today," "yesterday," "the day after tomorrow" and "wee...

15 Months of the year

06 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Spring, summer, autumn and winter – this is where you will find the names of seasons and months in German.

14 Numbers

06 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

This is where you will learn how to count from 0 to 20. It's not that hard because from 13 on, the numbers usually follow the same pattern.

13 Phone and email

06 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Whether you use the phone, email, or social media, in this lesson you will learn important vocabulary to get – and stay – in touch with others.

12 Professions

06 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

What is your profession? Cook or doctor? This is where you find out what these and other professions are called in German.

11 Work and professions

06 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Are you doing vocational training, going to university or already working? This is where you will learn how to talk about your profession and your wor...

2 In a conversation

06 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Words like "yes" and "no" or "thank you" and "please" are very important in conversations with others. This is where you will learn these words in Ger...

1 Introducing yourself

06 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Who are you? What is your name? What is your last name? My name is ... This is where you will learn how to introduce yourself in German.