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German Lessons in New York

German has a reputation for being difficult due to its seemingly inaccessible grammar and long compound words. However, there is good news if you are an English speaker who wants to learn German with us at Listen & Learn. Did you know that both languages belong to the same linguistic branch and that they share almost 40% of their vocabulary? Further, unlike Chinese, Japanese, Korean, Russian, or Arabic, there is no new alphabet to learn, and only one additional letter to know: ß.

Contact us at Listen & Learn and get started with German today! You’ll discover that pronunciation is more straightforward than you might think and grammar follows some easily recognizable patterns. Our native-speaking instructors will give you a few tips and tricks too, so you can learn German in next to no time. Also, you are in charge of deciding how and where you take your lessons, as well as the focus of the material you cover. So, whether you want to acquire German by listening to Rammstein’s songs, watching popular series like Dark, or reading German literature, we can make it happen.

And your learning doesn’t have to end with each lesson. With more than 8,000 German speakers living in New York, you will always find opportunities to meet up with other learners or native speakers to put your skills to use. For example, you can join the weekly gatherings of the NYC German Culture Club and enjoy a taste of delicious German food at ethnic restaurants while meeting new people.

So, what are you waiting for? Reach out to Listen & Learn to get started with a personalized course. Make this year the year you order schnitzels or strudel and the best craft beer at Oktoberfest in German!

The type of courses we offer:

Face-to-Face 1-to-1 (Individual) General German

German lessons of this type are broader and are aimed towards students with a variety of requirements. While all beginner level students will cover survival German - needed for short visits to countries where English isn't widely spoken, or if you wish to 'go local'; those studying German usually go in different directions at this point, depending on what they need. Those who have benefitted from these German classes have been those investing in or buying property overseas, those married to overseas nationals, people setting off on a round-the-world trip, enthusiasts in German culture, and those enthusiastic to pass a specific exam in German. Inquire now about our German Courses or Take A Free German Level Test

Face-to-Face 1-to-1 (Individual) Business German

These German lessons are driven towards people who have a requirement to learn German to bolster their work output. For novices, you will find it useful to learn basic greetings and business etiquette; and once you have become more proficient then reading and writing will come to the fore. Typical students include those concerned with import/export, those seeking work in multinational companies, international negotiations, and anyone working with international colleagues or administration. Even on our most rudimentary beginners lesson, students can expect to finish the lesson with decent telephone and e-mail German, as well as a good enough grip on the language for a short trip to the country. Inquire now about our German Courses or Take A Free German Level Test

Face-to-Face Closed (Private) Group General or Business German

Lessons in German are also accessible for 2 or more studying in tandem (Two-to-One German Lesson or Small Group In-Company German Lesson). All those involved must have around the same experience of the language, similar needs of areas of proficiency, and must be able to work at the same time and place. Bookings must be made for all students at the same time. Listen & Learn do not advise classes of more than 6-8 people, although In-Company Taster German sessions can be run with as many as 12 people. Inquire now about our German Courses or Take A Free German Level Test

Skype, Google Meet or Zoom Online 1-to-1 (Individual) General or Business German

Our native-speaking qualified German teachers can guide you and your group  at your work or at home, at a time convenient to you. Classes can take place on any day of the week - even weekends - morning, afternoon or evening. If needs be, if meeting at your office or home is not suitable, you can take your lessons at the trainer's office. Study materials are supplied for you. Inquire now about our German Courses or Take A Free German Level Test

Skype, Google Meet or Zoom Online Group (Closed or Open) General or Business German

Those wishing to learn German in groups of 2 or more together (Two-to-One German Lessons or Small Group In-Company German Lessons) can sign up for our group classes. All students must be at nearly the same level of German proficiency, must have the same needs from the language, and must be able to study at the same time and place as the others. Bookings must be made for all students simultaneously. Listen & Learn do not propose group sizes or more than 6-8 people, but In-Company Taster German Lessons can occur with up to 12 people. Inquire now about our German Courses or Take A Free German Level Test

Top Tips For…

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Dark - Netflix series

If you are looking to improve your German skills while enjoying one of the best science fiction thrillers of the last few years, then you should not miss Dark. This Netflix series is set in a fictional town in Germany and depicts the aftermath of children’s disappearance, ultimately showing how four different families are connected by secrets. This highly suspenseful action series is perfect for German students with an advanced level of German who are looking for something to keep them on the edge of their seats! Plus, this series is so popular that talking about it can be a great way to break the ice with your German-speaking friends. Start watching Dark here!

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Run, Lola, Run - German Film

Do you need a break from your German vocabulary flashcards and textbooks? Watching films can be a great option to keep on improving your language skills while having fun. Run, Lola, Run is a very popular German thriller with a suspenseful storyline: it follows a woman who needs to get 100,000 marks to save her boyfriend’s life. The story is set in Berlin, so you’ll be exposed to the different accents that exist in the city, thereby improving your listening skills and your comprehension of German dialects. Learn more about the movie here!

German Film Festival

Watching German films is very useful way to educate yourself and learn more about the culture of German-speaking peoples. So, if you love movies, you’ll be happy to know that annual German Film Festivals are common throughout the USA. For example, the NYC event showcases the best films, documentaries, and short movies of the year. These movies are screened in German with English subtitles, so you won’t have problems understanding what the actors are saying if you’re a beginner. Don’t hesitate to attend; take your German skills to the next level! Want to know more about the festival? Read more here!

german Youtube Channels

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Bianca Claßen

Do you like fashion and beauty? Would you like to know more about these topics while improving your German proficiency? Then Bibis Beauty Palace is the YouTube channel you need to check out. With more than 5 million subscribers, the channel creator (Claßen) speaks about lifestyle, makeup, fashion, and travel topics—and all in German. She uses simple vocabulary and grammar and speaks in a very slow pace, so it’s a good option for those who are just starting with their German course. Some vocabulary you’re likely to learn includes Bilden (makeup), Koffer (suitcase), and Flugzeug (airplane). Subscribe to her channel here!

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Erik Range

Gamers can have some fun while improving their German skills by following Erik Range. He’s the most famous German YouTuber and a game developer himself, so you’ll not only enjoy his funny videos, but also his vast knowledge of the gaming industry. From Minecraft to The Last of Us, he likes playing anything and everything on PC and consoles. Although he speaks quite fast and uses a lot of slang and jokes while playing, you can turn on YouTube’s automatic subtitles and enjoy the videos regardless of your current German level! Subscribe to his channel here.

Dagi Bee

This YouTube channel is run by a famous German actress who has acted in several TV series and indie movies. Today, Dagi uploads video tutorials related to lifestyle and makeup, where she gives tips on the best products to use and how to apply them to be fashionable and healthy at the same time. Some of the topics she covers include teeth whitening, scar removal, and sun protection. Another positive aspect of her channel is that she reads almost all the comments and answers questions, so it’s a great opportunity to put your German skills into use! Subscribe here and learn more about lifestyle!

german Songs

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Eisbär - Grauzone

Grauzone is a great band for German language learners because of their slow cadence and clear pronunciation. Also, they have hits for everyone: whether you like rock, pop, or blues, you’ll find something to your tastes. Taking one example, the song Eisbär describes a man who wants to become a polar bear and gives all the reasons while he’d like to be this wild animal. Curious, right? It’s a brilliant track to learn the conditional tense (as the man describes hypothetical situations) and vocabulary about wild animals, such as claws (Krallen), growls (Knurrt), or fur (Pelz). Click here to listen to the song!

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Wir Sind Wir - Paul Van Dyk and Peter Heppner

Looking for a song to put your German skills into practice while learning more about the history of Germany? Then, Wir Sind Wir might be the track you want to hear. The singers sing about the state of the country after the fall of the Berlin Wall, describe the appearance of the welfare state, and the success of the economy. As the vocabulary is quite complicated, it’s more suitable for intermediate or advanced students of German. Some expressions include Ruinen dieser Stadt (the ruins of this city) or keine Wiederkehr (there’s no return). Click here to listen to the song!

Tour de France - Kraftwerk

Do you like electronic music and want to deepen your knowledge of German bands and hits while practicing the language? Tour de France is the song you’re looking for. As the name suggests, this piece describes the experience of participating in the world’s most famous cycling race and the joy the singer feels upon winning the competition. The song is perfect for beginners, as the lyrics are simple and repetitive. Plus, it includes a lot of vocabulary related to cycling, such as flat tyre (platter Reifen), sprinting (Sprinten), or paving stones (Pflastersteine). Click here to listen to the song!

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