Many find it hard to use separable verbs in German. Find out everything you need to know about them in this article!
When to use “dass” or “das” in German
Many get confused when it comes to “dass” and “das” in German. Find out everything you need to know in this article!
Possessive pronouns – using “mein” and “meine” … in German
Many get confused when it comes to Possessive pronouns in German. Get to know when you should use “mein”, “meine”, “meinen” etc.
Using “um … zu”, “statt … zu” and “ohne … zu” in German
Find out when and how to properly use “um …zu”, “statt … zu” and “ohne … zu” when forming sentences in German.
How to use this or these – “dies-” in German
Many get confused when it comes to the proper usage of “dies-” in German. Get to know everything to finally use it correctly!
How to use which – “welch-” in German
Many get confused when it comes to the proper usage of “welch-” in German. Get to know everything to finally use it correctly!
The difference between “im”, “am” and “um” in German
Prepositions are the supreme discipline when studying any language. Find out in this article when to use “im”, “am” and “um” in German.
How to pronounce b, d and g in German
Many students have problems knowing the pronunciation of “b”, “d” and “g” in German. This article explains the rules to you …
How to pronounce “ch” in German
Many students have problems knowing when to pronounce a “ch” hard or soft in German. This article explains all the rules to you …
German nouns with the ending “-heit” and “-keit”
The three German genders are a difficult opponent for many students. Find out in this article how you can use the nouns with “-heit” and “-keit” …
How to use German nouns with “-ung”
The three German genders are a difficult opponent for many students. Find out in this article how you can use the nouns with “-ung”. Read more …
The meaning of “hängen” vs. “hängen” in German
Many have struggles to understand the difference between “hängen” and “hängen” in German. Get to know their differences and how to use them properly.
How to say “nice” in German
During my German online classes, I realized that the proper translation for “nice” is a tricky task for many students. Get to know what is the right translation.
When to use “als”, “wenn” and “wann” in German
Many German students struggle with the usage of “als”, “wenn” or “wann”. After reading this article, you will know when to use which of them. Read more …
How to properly react to small talk!
Saying how you are is one of the first things you will learn in German classes. But many people make a classical mistake here. After reading this article, you will never say it wrong again!
What is the difference between “wollen” and “werden”?
Due to their similarity to English, the two verbs “wollen” and “werden” are easily confused by German students. After reading this article and practicing with its free worksheet you will be a pro!
How to speak in Future tense in German
Speaking about the future in German is really not very hard and after reading this article you will be a pro in speaking about what will happen in the future.
When to use “nein”, “nicht” or “kein/e” – negation in German
In German, we have 3 ways to say “no”. After reading this article and practicing with its free worksheet you know when to use “nein”, “nicht” and “kein/e”.
The idea of gender in German
German offers its speakers three genders which are used for all nouns. After reading this article, you will know when to use “der, die, das” and “ein, eine”.
German verbs with “-ieren”
Some German verbs end with “-ieren”. After reading this article you will know how the verbs of this group behave and how you can use them correctly.
When to use “damit” and “um … zu” in German
There are two different ways to say “in order to” in German. After reading this article you will know when to use “damit” or “um … zu”.
German Christmas – the idea behind the “Adventskalender”
December is Christmas time and normally, German kids are excitedly waiting for Santa Claus to come. After reading this article know the basic German vocabularies for Christmas.
What is the meaning of “Feierabend”
Whenever speaking about work in Germans, you will quickly meet the word “Feierabend”. Get to know its meaning in this article!
How to correctly use the German “wegen”
In German, there are many ways to express a reason. One of them is “wegen”. Get to know how to use “wegen” properly and how to name a cause wuth its help …
When to really use “gehen” in German
Many German students translate English “to go” into German. But we use the verb “gehen” differently. Find out more …
Stellen, legen and setzen – the dilemma of using “put” in German
The German version of “to put” is stellen, legen and setzen. Find out in this article when you should use which verb correctly. Read more …
The meaning of Torschlusspanik
In German, we have words that merely are so unique that they simply cannot be translated. In this article, you get to know the meaning of “Torschlusspanik”.
The days of the week in German
Ever wondered how to say the days of the week in German? After reading this article, you will know all of them and even be able to tell what you are doing this week!
When to use “der, die or das” in German
German nouns have three genders: der, die, das. Find out in this article how you can identify the gender of a noun when you don’t know it! More …
Denn, da, and weil – giving a reason in German
There are several ways to express a reason in German. This article explains to you how to use “denn”, “da”, and “weil” properly.
The difference between “mögen” and “möchten”
Many have trouble to understand the difference between “mögen” & “möchten”. This article explains everything you need to know and includes a free worksheet!
When to use “studieren” and “lernen” in German
Many German students get confused when they need to choose between “studieren” and “lernen”. Find out, when to use which verb once and for all!
How to properly use “bekommen” and “werden”
There is a common mistake English speakers do in German and Germans do in English: They hit the hey of false friends. As like as in real life, false friends guide you to the wrong direction and the same applies for languages. After this article and the free worksheet you will be a pro using “bekommen” and “werden”.
“To have, or not to have” – “haben” in German
In German, one of the most important verbs is “to have”. In this article, you will learn how to conjugate this essential verb and how to use it in your daily speaking.
“To be, or not to be” – the verb “sein” in German
One of the most important verbs in German is “to be”. In this article, you will learn how to conjugate this essential verb and how you can properly integrate it while speaking.
Denglish – using fake English words like “Handy” in German
Did you ever speak with Germans and wondered what they wanted to tell you by using the words “Handy”, “Boxen” or “Beamer”? In this article, we will unearth the truth the meaning of these and more “Denglish” words used in German.
Learn how to find the right preposition in German
Are you never really sure about whether to use “für”, “von” or “nach”? There is a rescue in sight! In this post, you learn how to find the right preposition in German.
How to say “hi” and “goodbye” in German
Ever wondered how to say “hi” or “goodbye” in German? The time has come to broaden your mind and after reading this article you will be a pro!
5 German words widely used in English
Ever wondered why we say “Kindergarten” or “Kitsch” in English? They are loanwords from German which means you already know more vocabulary than you thought!