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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 asylum.
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.
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 job in the end!
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 everything that goes with it.
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.
In love, engaged, married. Love is an important subject – for couples and singles. Learn words and phrases about relationships.
Colleague, neighbor or best friend? What is your relationship to another person? Here you will learn the right words.
Feelings like joy and fear, happiness and sadness shape our lives. In this lesson you will learn how to express your emotions in German.
My brother is arrogant, but also humorous – we all have good and bad traits. Here you learn how to describe people's personalities.
German studies or law – what is your field of study? Here you learn how to talk about different study programs at university.
There are many sides to communication. We talk, argue and exchange information and opinions. This is where you will learn the vocabulary you need.
Many people go to university when they finish school. Do you go to university too? Learn some important vocabulary to help you get started.
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 species.
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 people.
Yay! Wow! Yuck! Feelings like joy or disgust are often expressed very spontaneously. Here you will learn interjections in German – and their meaning.
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.
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 environment and nature.
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.
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.
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 you need for birthdays.
Which party will win the election? Your vote counts in a democratic country! This is where you will learn words related to politics.
Birthday, wedding or a passed exam – there are many opportunities to convey your good wishes. Here you will learn the right expressions.
Illness, accidents and death – unfortunately, there are also sad events in life. Learn words and phrases for such situations in this lesson.
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 forms you have to fill out.
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.
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 and driving.
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 the police.
Wallet, keys and cellphone – some things are always in your purse. In this lesson you will learn what these little things are called German.
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.
Ovens, stoves, refrigerators and dishwashers save us a lot of work. In this lesson you learn what kitchen appliances are called in German.
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.
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 salary!
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 work.
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.
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 vocabulary.
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.
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 German.
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.
Birth preparation course in German. In this lesson you find useful vocabulary about giving birth, including pregnancy and ultrasounds.
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.
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.
Do you like fruit? In this lesson you learn the words for apples, bananas and other fruit you can buy in Germany.
If you use make–up, you probably like lipstick, mascara and powder. Learn the right vocabulary for make–up and cosmetics.
Shower, sink, mirror and toothbrush – this is what you need for personal hygiene in the bathroom. Learn the related vocabulary in German.
A bed, a wardrobe and a dresser are the most important pieces of furniture in a bedroom. This where you learn German furniture vocabulary.
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.
Old and new, interesting and boring. In this lesson you learn some important adjectives that you can use to describe things.
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.
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.
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.
Are you a soccer fan? What's your favorite team? In this lesson you learn words you can use in a soccer stadium.
Not healthy, but delicious: chocolate, chips and gummy bears. In this lesson you learn the German words for sweets and snacks.
Please bring me the menu! In this lesson, you go to a restaurant. Learn how to order food and ask for the bill.
Do you need a contraceptive or do you have menstrual cramps? We can help you to prepare for an appointment with your gynecologist.
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!
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.
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 of your body hurts.
Whether in the office, at university or at home: nowadays you need a computer. Learn how to navigate the digital world in German.
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.
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 of conversation.
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.
Vacuuming, washing dishes and cleaning the bathroom – in this lesson you learn German terms for household chores.
Meeting friends, going to the movie theater or listening to music? What is your hobby? In this lesson you learn about some popular pastimes.
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 German?
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.
A bed, a table and chairs – what would an apartment be without furniture? Learn words for things you need to furnish your home.
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 for an apartment.
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 in German.
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 soon!
Dresses or trousers: What’s in your closet? In this lesson you learn the German words for different pieces of clothing.
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.
What would you like to drink? In this lesson you learn about different drinks and how to order coffee, water or wine in German.
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.
Whether onions, carrots or salad – vegetables are healthy. In this lesson you learn what different types of vegetables are called in German.
Do you like to travel? Whether you take a train, take a ferry or fly, this is where you find terms related to travel.
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.
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.
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 German.
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.
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.
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 German.
This lesson is about meals. When is breakfast? What time is dinner? And what's for dessert today? Bon appetit!
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.
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.
Would you like to learn German? Grammar, vocabulary, how to sign up for a language course – this lesson is all about the German language.
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!
Do you need help or would you like to ask someone to speak more slowly? Learn simple sentences to help you get help.
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.
Father, mother, children, brother, sister and still more relatives – families are big! Learn how to introduce family members in German.
"Hallo!", "Guten Morgen!", "Guten Tag!" and "Tschüss!“. This is where you will learn how to say hello and goodbye in German.
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.
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 German.
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 "weekend”.
Spring, summer, autumn and winter – this is where you will find the names of seasons and months in German.
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.
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.
What is your profession? Cook or doctor? This is where you find out what these and other professions are called in German.
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 work situation.
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 German.
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.
Wallet, keys and cellphone – in this lesson will learn the words for things you find in your purse.
Are you looking for a new job? Here's the vocabulary you need for applications – from CV to job interview.
Almost everyone goes to the hair salon. In this lesson you learn some useful words and phrases for your visit.
From the basement to the roof – in this lesson you learn the most important vocabulary about houses and apartments.
There's always something in the apartment that needs fixing. But how do you say it in German?
Birth preparation course in German. In this lesson you find useful vocabulary about giving birth.
Do you have an appointment with a gynecologist? We help you prepare the vocabulary you need for your appointment.
Do you feel sick? This is where you will learn important vocabulary for a visit to the doctor. Get well soon!
In this lesson you learn the words for apples, bananas and other fruit you can buy in Germany.
The world is full of color. What's your favorite color? Blue, yellow or red. Learn the names of colors in German.
What do you do for a living? This is where you will learn the vocabulary you need to talk about your profession.
Unfortunately, there are sad events in life. Learn words and phrases for such situations in this lesson.
Feelings like joy and fear shape our lives. In this lesson you learn how to express your emotions in German.
Shy or confident, brave or cowardly? Here you will learn how to describe people's personalities.
Be it a relaxed conversation or an argument – in this lesson you learn vocabulary related to communication.
Everyone likes praise. But sometimes problems arise. Learn how to praise and criticize people in this lesson.
Love is an important subject – for couples and singles. Learn words and phrases about relationships.
Do you have a garden and trees at home? This is where you will learn the names of different plant species.
Do you like walking in the woods or by the sea? This is where you learn vocabulary about nature and the environment.
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.
Welche Partei gewinnt die Wahl? Wer wird Präsident oder Bundeskanzlerin? Hier lernst du Wörter zum Thema Politik.
Let's go to the civil registry! Learn vocabulary to help you prepare for all the forms you have to fill out.
If you are the victim of a crime, you file a report with the police. In this lesson, learn how to talk to the police.
Do you like riding a bike? Then you can learn the most important vocabulary related to cycling.
Wallet, keys and cellphone – in this lesson will learn the words for things you find in your purse.
Do you need a room in a hotel, guesthouse or youth hostel? Here you will learn how to book it.
Holidays at last! This is where you find words and phrases to help you talk about your holiday in German.
Are you self-employed or an employee? In this lesson you learn words related to your employment status.
Do you have nice colleagues? Do you like working overtime? This where you learn words and phrases you need at work.
Are you looking for a new job? Here's the vocabulary you need for applications – from CV to job interview.
What is your field of study? Learn how to talk about different study programs at university.
Do you want to go to university too? Learn some important vocabulary to help you get started.
Books, notebooks and a pen – what else do you have in your school bag? Learn about what you need at school.
Do you go to school or have school-age children? Here you will learn how to talk about schedules and tests.
Can you please spell that for me? This is where you will learn the letters of the alphabet.
Hello, may I please speak to Ms. Steller? In this lesson, you learn how to make phone calls in German.
Are you a blonde or do you have black hair? In this lesson you learn how to describe peoples’ appearances.
Almost everyone goes to the hair salon. In this lesson you learn some useful words and phrases for your visit.
Do you wear make-up? Then you need foundation and lipstick. Learn the right vocabulary for make–up and cosmetics.
A bed, a wardrobe, a chest of drawers – Here you will learn what the furniture in your bedroom is called.
What does your living room look like? In this lesson you learn words for furniture and other things in a living room.
Ovens, stoves, refrigerators and dishwashers – in this lesson you learn what kitchen appliances are called in German.
From the basement to the roof – in this lesson you learn the most important vocabulary about houses and apartments.
Old or new? In this lesson you learn some important adjectives that you can use to describe things.
In German, many question words begin with the letter "W." In this lesson you learn how to ask the right questions.
Get the day off to a good start with a yummy breakfast. This is where you learn breakfast vocabulary.
What dishes do we need? What kind of cutlery do we need? Here you learn the vocabulary you need to set the table.
If you enjoy cooking, this is the right lesson for you. Learn words and phrases about cooking.
Which do you prefer, chocolate or chips? Here you will learn the words for some yummy treats.
The menu, please! In this lesson, you learn how to order food in a restaurant and ask for the bill.
Are you going to the pharmacy or the movie theater? Learn how to describe where you are going.
Do you like to go out and party with friends? In this lesson you learn the vocabulary you need for your next party.
Are you a soccer fan? What's your favorite team? In this lesson you learn terms you can use in a soccer stadium.
Listening to music, cooking or going to the movie theater – in this lesson you learn about some popular pastimes.
Do you like to play soccer or do you prefer jogging? This is where you will learn to talk about different sports.
Is the sun shining or is it raining? This is where you will learn to talk about the weather.
Do you want to open an account? In this lesson you learn basic vocabulary for a visit to the bank.
Washing up, cleaning, tidying up – in this lesson you learn German terms for household chores.
There's always something in the apartment that needs fixing. But how do you say it in German?
What would an apartment be without furniture? Learn words for things you need to furnish your home.
Kitchen, bathroom, two rooms – in this lesson you learn the vocabulary you need when looking for an apartment.
Birth preparation course in German. In this lesson you find useful vocabulary about giving birth.
Do you have an appointment with a gynecologist? We help you prepare the vocabulary you need for your appointment.
In this lesson you learn to name parts of the body and to explain what part of your body hurts.
Emergency vocabulary. This is the vocabulary you'll need when someone needs hospital treatment.
Do you feel sick? This is where you will learn important vocabulary for a visit to the doctor. Get well soon!
Too big or too small – it’s not always easy to find the right clothes. These sentences can help you.
Dress, skirt or trousers: In this lesson you learn the German words for some pieces of clothing.
What is your favorite food? In this lesson you learn how to say what you like to eat and what you don’t like.
In this lesson you learn the words for apples, bananas and other fruit you can buy in Germany.
Do you want to shop in a German supermarket? Can you pay in cash? Learn sentences about buying and paying.
This lesson is about meals. What time is dinner? And what's for dessert today? Bon appetit!
The world is full of color. What's your favorite color? Blue, yellow or red. Learn the names of colors in German.
Straight ahead, turn right at the next intersection and then left. Get directions in German.
In every city there are buildings and places you should know. Here you will learn what they are called in German.
Whether you take a train or fly, these are the terms you need to use when you are talking about travel.
There are certain phrases you need to use when you apologize for canceling an appointment.
Monday to Sunday or yesterday and the day after tomorrow – Here you will learn the days of the week.
Be it phone number or email address – this lesson will help you stay in touch with others.
Teacher, cook or doctor – this is where you find out what these and other professions are called in German.
What do you do for a living? This is where you will learn the vocabulary you need to talk about your profession.
Grammar, vocabulary, how to sign up for a language course – this lesson is all about the German language.
Do you need help or would you like to ask someone to speak more slowly? Learn simple sentences help you to get help.
Do you need to renew your residence permit? Here you learn the terms you need to talk about immigration and asylum.
Father, mother, children, brother, sister – families are big! Learn how to introduce family members in German.
Do you live in Germany or abroad? In the country or in the city? This is where you learn how to describe where you live.
Here you learn the German way of asking where someone comes from and answer the same question yourself.
Are you well or are you sick? This is where you will learn how to tell others how you feel.
"Hallo!" and "Tschüss!“. This is where you will learn how to say hello and goodbye in German.
Words like "yes" and "no" or "thank you" and "please" are very important in conversations with others.
Who are you? What is your name? This is where you will learn how to introduce yourself in German.