#german-language

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fromThe Local Germany
1 month ago

German word of the day: Dauer

Dauer literally means 'duration' or 'length of time' and can be added to many German nouns to convey a sense of permanence.
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fromThe Local Germany
4 years ago

German word of the day: Flanieren

Flanieren is a German verb that means "to wander about aimlessly" - but with panache.
Philosophy
fromThe Local Germany
1 month ago

'Liebeskummer': How to talk about dating like a German

Understanding German phrases can enhance dating conversations and better express feelings.
fromThe Local Germany
1 month ago

German phrase of the day: JWD (janz weit draussen)

JWD, pronounced "Yot vee dey", stands for janz weit draussen which means "way out in the middle of nowhere" and captures urban-rural tensions.
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fromThe Local Germany
3 years ago

Five ways to talk about the heat like a true German

Essential German phrases for expressing heat include "Mir ist heiß" and colloquialisms like "Affenhitze".
fromThe Local Germany
1 month ago

German word of the day: Checkst du?

"Checkst du?" is a common phrase in casual German conversations, particularly among younger speakers, used to ensure mutual understanding.
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fromThe Local Germany
1 month ago

'Gute Fahrt': The essential vocab you need for driving in Germany

Germans are enthusiastic about cars, showing passion through features like acronyms, unique driving rules, and their robust automobile culture.
Cars
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fromThe Local Germany
3 years ago

10 essential German words you'll need to know this summer

Summer terminology in German often connects language with cultural and environmental aspects, enhancing communication around seasonal experiences.
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fromThe Local Germany
2 months ago

German word of the day: Biodeutsch

Biodeutsch is a discriminatory term used to differentiate between Germans with and without immigrant backgrounds, highlighting societal divisions.
fromThe Local Germany
3 months ago

German phrase of the day: Leck mich am Arsch

The phrase 'Leck mich am Arsch' is a vulgar German expression equivalent to 'kiss my ass' often used in heated arguments.
fromThe Local Germany
3 months ago

German word of the day: Verpeilt

The enjoyment of the word 'verpeilt' lies in its ability to express a common human experience of feeling lost or out of it amidst a chaotic lifestyle.
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fromThe Local Germany
3 months ago

German word of the day: Klappen

The word 'klappen' encompasses various meanings, notably to describe actions that produce a clapping sound, such as closing a window or chair.
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fromThe Local Germany
7 years ago

These things about the German language still make no sense to me

German's use of 'laufen' for both walking and running creates confusing distinctions in movement.
fromThe Local Germany
1 year ago

German word of the day: Fruhjahrsputz

Das Frühjahrsputz encompasses not just cleaning but rejuvenating living spaces as seasons shift, turning deep cleaning into a cherished annual tradition.
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