Nov 23, 2023
Plusquamperfekt: How to form and use the past perfect in German
If two events happened in the past, how would you know that one of them occurred earlier than the other?...
Nov 23, 2023
German plurals: Mastering the rules and exceptions
The plural is one of the first noun categories you will have to master in German. After all, some things...
Nov 21, 2023
How to master the German subjunctive mood
Understanding the German subjunctive mood is essential for all German learners. Knowing how and when to use the Subjunctive 1...
Nov 10, 2023
The four seasons in German: Vocabulary and more
Snowy winters, hot summers, colorful leaves in fall and the first flowers of spring. The seasons in Germany, Austria and...
Nov 10, 2023
‘Ups, hä? Ach so!’ German interjections and how to use them
Why do we need interjections in German? To communicate our feelings and opinions more expressively to other people. Ih! and...
Oct 27, 2023
What’s your profession called in German?
Asking someone about their work is part of everyday small talk. It is especially helpful in Germany — known to...
Oct 20, 2023
How to form and use German ordinal numbers
Ordinal numbers are among the first and most important vocabulary to learn in German. These numbers — which describe the...
Oct 20, 2023
6 German language certifications to prove your German skills
There are many good reasons you might want to acquire a German language certification. Maybe you’re applying to a German...
Oct 06, 2023
German conjunctions explained: Connecting German sentences
Are you sick of talking like a German robot? German conjunctions can add color and texture to the way you...
Oct 06, 2023
How to reply to “How are you doing?” in German
A commonly observed difference between German speakers and English speakers is the way they typically greet each other. Newcomers to...
Oct 06, 2023
How to use “zu” in German
Zu is one of the most versatile words in German. The little word may consist of only two letters, but...
Oct 06, 2023
How to use the conjunction “je… desto” in German
On first glance, “je…desto” may look like any other German word you can memorize and add to your vocabulary. But...
