The Best Of The Past Year’s German Pandemic Lingo
Language is always adapting to give us adequate range to describe our lived experience. So in a year where literally everything got turned upside down, Read More
Category: German Words
7 German stereotypes we’re tired of hearing
Germany, home of bland food, efficient-but-rude people, and a harsh, guttural language — at least if you listen to outdated, tone-deaf stereotypes. But this is a Read More
“Sie” And “Du”: How To Use Them And Avoid A German Faux Pas
A few years ago, on the eve of a trip from Berlin to Bavaria to meet my boyfriend’s four grandparents, father, father’s wife, and several Read More
Quiz: Can You Tell Whether These German Words Are Real Or Fake?
The German language is famous for having some of the most interesting vocabulary in the world. It’s a meme that for any concept you can Read More
How To Talk About Family In German
Family is a huge part of, really, every culture in the world. But if you’re learning to talk about family in German, you might need Read More
How To Apologize In German
Whether you’re committing to your German lessons for the long haul or brushing up before a trip, you should probably make sure you know how Read More
How To Say Goodbye In German
With every hello (or hallo), there inevitably comes a goodbye, so if you plan on initiating conversations in German anytime soon, it’s best to have some Read More
The Best Curse Words In Other Languages
Most people go into language learning with a noble goal in mind, but it’s not unrealistic to assume you’ll have the most fun learning curse Read More
How To Talk About Free Time In German
Once you’ve gotten past the weather, it can be tough to come up with small talk in another language. Fortunately, there’s another go-to topic: hobbies! Read More
German Basics: Resources For Language Learners
Looking for more resources to spice up your German studies? You’ve come to the right place! This is Babbel’s German Basics Resource Hub. It’s a Read More