German Culture — Customs, History & Traditions
Language and culture are inseparable. These lessons help you discuss traditions, understand customs, and engage with the rich cultural heritage of German-speaking countries.
39 lessons · 1461 flashcards

Common greetings
Basic greetings

Greeting your neighbor
Basic greetings

Essential communication
Top 50 phrases to get by Germany

Getting around and shopping
Top 50 phrases to get by Germany

Dining out
Top 50 phrases to get by Germany

Presenting simple gifts
Meeting the in laws again

Health and well-being
Meeting the in laws again

Family updates and events
Meeting the in laws again
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Family dinner part1 S02E01
Tuerkisch fuer Anfaenger (TV show) (Advanced)
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Family dinner part2 S02E01
Tuerkisch fuer Anfaenger (TV show) (Advanced)

Expressions
Basic expressions

Greeting someone and apologizing for being late
Basic expressions

Basic Phrases
Basic phrases for learners

Verse 1
99 Luftballons by Nena (Advanced)

Verse 2
99 Luftballons by Nena (Advanced)

Verse 3
99 Luftballons by Nena (Advanced)

Popular German food
Popular foods

What I did today
Small talk

How I'm feeling right now
Small talk

Talking about the weather
Small talk

Directions
Basic directions

Asking for directions
Basic directions

Dates
Basic dates

Discussing birthdays
Basic dates

Verse 4
99 Luftballons by Nena Part 2 (Advanced)

Outro
99 Luftballons by Nena Part 2 (Advanced)

Presenting simple gifts
Meeting the in laws again (Advanced)

Health and well-being
Meeting the in laws again (Advanced)

Family updates and events
Meeting the in laws again (Advanced)

Fun and difficult
Tongue twisters

Essential communication
Top 50 phrases to get by Germany (Advanced)

Getting around and shopping
Top 50 phrases to get by Germany (Advanced)

Dining out
Top 50 phrases to get by Germany (Advanced)

Common slang
Casual street slang

German destinations
Popular Destination Names

Short funny lines
Cheesy pick up lines

Learning About Company Culture
Career event networking (Advanced)

Exploring Career Opportunities
Career event networking (Advanced)

Following Up After the Event
Career event networking (Advanced)
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