November 11 is Martinstag in Germany, commemorating St. Martin Bishop of Tours, who, while still a soldier, cut his military cloak in half to share it with a beggar. Falling on the same day as Veteran’s Day in the US … Continue reading
Category Archives: German
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Each person’s needs for learning a language are a bit different. Maybe you’re interested in learning French for an upcoming vacation, just a few months away. Or maybe you just love languages, and you want to explore several of them … Continue reading
How To Say “Dog” In 16 Languages
It may be National Dog Week, but man’s best friend is an international companion. Take a look at our infographic to learn how to say “dog” in sixteen languages from around the globe. How to Say Dog in Multiple Languages … Continue reading
Oktoberfest Phrase of the Day: Bavaria
This Saturday, September 20, the 181st Oktoberfest will kick off in Munich. In honor of this long-standing German institution, this week we’re presenting some useful phrases for celebrating Oktoberfest. Oans–zwoa-drei-gsuffa! One, two, three, cheers! Riesnbrezn literally “giant pretzel,” traditionally … Continue reading
Oktoberfest – the export sensation made in Germany
What started as a wedding celebration for the crown prince Ludwig on October 12, 1810, is now not only the most famous, but also the largest funfair in the world. It’s celebrated every year in Munich, state capital of Bavaria … Continue reading
You know more German than you think!
German language learners may find themselves pleasantly surprised with the amount of similarity between some of their new German words and their English equivalents. For instance, das Buch (the book) should be easy to remember (though it may be not so easy … Continue reading
Oktoberfest: Germany’s Annual Culinary Adventure
Every year, over six million people from all over the world travel to Munich to have a liter of beer and eat delicious food. Practice your German and be prepared to celebrate Oktoberfest in style with a recipe for Obatzda, a spiced cheese spread. Continue reading
The Five Best Places To Celebrate Oktoberfest in the USA
Want to celebrate Oktoberfest but can’t make it all the way to Munich? Visit one of these American cities for an authentic celebration of all things Bavarian: good food, good beer, good culture, and even a wiener dog race. Cincinnati, … Continue reading
Meet Kirsten, our German eTutor
Are you studying German with our online course? Why not sign up for an eTutoring session with Kirsten? Below LL interviews her about her love of the German language, what she misses from home and her best tip for German … Continue reading
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