How to Get People to Speak to You in German

Have you had the experience where you speak German and you get a reply in English…

Really Learning German — An Unscientific Review of 7 Approaches

Ideally when I’m learning something new I want a clear roadmap. In the absence of a roadmap, I’m relying on somebody else that they know what they’re doing and they’re going to take me where I want to go efficiently.

What do you do if you’ve got B1 and you still can’t speak?

Considering private tutors, Skype tutors…

Practical tips on writing in German to better learn the language

Alternative B1 German Grammar Test

The normal B1 test has nothing to do with testing your grammar. Instead, you read some ads, write a…

How to Structure a Language Tandem

The German verb ‘austauschen’ really sums it up. ‘Tauschen’ is an exchange where I get what you had…

A practical guide to free online tools that support learning a new language

So you want to speak German? I taught myself and I like these tools

Forget Google

Wortstellung mit Konjunktionen: German word order and a semi-formal grammar

Taking Control of Your Language Learning

Let us assume that the people learning the language, really want to learn and are…