You may not want to think about visiting a German pharmacy when visiting a German-speaking country. However, being able to communicate about a few common issues can let you communicate your needs effectively. In this blog post, you will find a helpful guide for common symptoms, phrases, and pharmacy-related terms in German. Don’t forget to
Coming up in this week’s edition of the Coffee Break Magazine: Alba asks, si te encontraras un billete de €50, ¿qué harías con él? – if you found €50, what would you do with it? Mark joins Fernanda on a virtual tour of Las Ruinas Aztecas in Mexico; and JP and Nahyeli answer listener Gabriel’s
The video interviews for each episode of Coffee Break Spanish are provided for our members. Each episode includes video footage from the interviews conducted by Alba on the streets of Barcelona. These videos feature subtitles and also help learners with difficult parts by slowing down the speech. The video below will help to explain this
One of the not-so-nice things that can happen when you are on holiday or studying in a different country is getting ill. That is why understanding basic medical terms in German, for example, can be a lifesaver if you find yourself in that situation. While we hope you never have to use them, knowing how
Coming up in this week’s edition of the Coffee Break Magazine: Alba asks, si esta noche tuvieras una cita a ciegas, ¿qué estarías haciendo ahora mismo? – if you had a blind date tonight, what would you be doing right now? Mark joins Fernanda on a virtual tour of La Riviera Maya in Mexico; and
Learning how to talk about the time and weather in German is an essential skill when learning the language, especially if you are travelling in a German-speaking place. To be able to prepare for your day, catch trains on time, make that bus or get the correct opening and closing times for sights, these abilities
Coming up in this week’s edition of the Coffee Break Magazine: Alba asks, ¿a quién admiras más en el mundo? – whom do you admire most in the world? Mark joins Fernanda on a virtual tour of Havana; and JP and Nahyeli answer listener Jessica’s question about how to translate “something else altogether”.
Travelling to a German-speaking country is an exciting adventure. Knowing some key German phrases can help you make the most of your journey. Whether you’re navigating public transportation, ordering delicious food, or asking for directions, having these phrases at your disposal can make your experience smoother and more enjoyable. This blog post will explore essential
This is the final lesson of this season and we’re looking at the irregular verb aller meaning “to go”. Aller is a very common verb and in addition to being used in its normal sense, it is also used as part of the simple future tense, as in “I am going to visit my aunt”
We’re back with another edition of the Coffee Break Spanish Magazine. In this episode: Alba asks, ¿qué es para ti el verano? – what does summer mean to you? Mark joins Fernanda on a virtual tour of the Dominican Republic; and JP and Nahyeli answer a listener’s question about the use of the imperfect and
In this lesson we’re looking at the irregular verb devoir meaning “must” or “to have to”, or in some situations “to owe”. Devoir is another irregular verb so we need to learn each part of the verb as it does not follow the regular patterns.
If you’re getting to grips with German, you’ve probably come across the word ‘when’ quite a few times. But did you know that there are actually three different ways to say ‘when’ in German, and each has its specific usage? Don’t worry, though—it’s not as tricky as it sounds, and we’re here to guide you
In this lesson we’re looking at the irregular verb vouloir meaning “to want”. Vouloir is another irregular verb so we need to learn each part of the verb as it does not follow the regular patterns.
A lot of German-speaking countries are famous for their öffentlichen Nahverkehr public transport, and especially Switzerland has an amazing network of trains. So let’s have a look today at how to navigate public transport in German. We are going to have a look at departure and arrival times and some other essential phrases to make
In this lesson we’re looking at the irregular verb pouvoir meaning “to be able”. Pouvoir is another irregular verb so we need to learn each part of the verb as it does not follow the regular patterns.
We’re back with another edition of the Coffee Break Spanish Magazine. In this episode: Alba asks, ¿adónde te irás de vacaciones este verano? – where will you be going on holiday this summer? Mark joins Fernanda on a virtual tour of Venezuela; and JP and Nahyeli answer Richard’s question about the difference between el mismo
Knowing how to talk about places and locations can make all the difference when you’re travelling to a German-speaking country. Whether you need to ask where the nearest Apotheke is or make sure the Museum is still open, knowing the relevant vocabulary and phrases is key. However, in this blog post, we are not just
In this lesson we’re looking at the irregular verb faire meaning “to do” or “to make”. Faire is another irregular verb so we need to learn each part of the verb as it does not follow the regular patterns.
Welcome to this latest edition of the Coffee Break Spanish Magazine. In this episode: Alba asks, ¿qué ves cuando miras en el espejo? – what do you see when you look in the mirror? Mark joins Fernanda on a virtual tour of Bogotá, Colombia; and JP and Nahyeli answer a question from listener Georgie about
Mastering modal verbs is a crucial step in learning German, as they allow you to express abilities, desires, and preferences. In this post, we’ll explore three important modal verbs: können can, wollen want, and mögen like and show you how to use them when you are shopping in German. By the end of this guide,
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