Coffee Break German
Coffee Break German offers short, manageable lessons for learning German, focusing on practical language skills. Each lesson is designed to fit into a coffee break, helping learners gradually build confidence in speaking with native speakers. The podcast is part of the Radio Lingua Network and is hosted on Acast.
Episodes
What to say in German when you're lost for words
We've all been there: you're mid-sentence and the word just won't come. In this episode, Thomas shares the little phrases German speakers reach for when they're lost for words or need a second to think. Learn how to buy yourself time and keep a conversation flowing naturally.➡️ Click here to watch the video version of this episode.➡️ Want more tips like these delivered straight to your inbox? Sign
Nach, nachdem or danach? How to say 'after' and 'during' in German
English gets by with one little word, after, but German has three: nach, nachdem and danach. In this episode, Thomas picks up where the 'before' episode left off and shows you when to use each one, along with während, the single German word for during. He finishes with some handy vocabulary for saying just, right and directly before or after something.➡️ Click here to watch the video version of th
Vor, bevor or davor? 3 German words for 'before' explained
Thomas explains how German handles the word "before". You'll see when to use "vor", "bevor" and "davor", with clear example sentences that show each one in context. By the end, you'll know exactly which word to reach for and when. Which one trips you up the most?➡️ Click here to watch the video version of this episode.➡️ Love learning in short bursts? Our free weekly newsletter is packed with tips
5 German words with no English equivalent
Thomas introduces five beautifully untranslatable German words that capture feelings and experiences English needs a whole sentence to describe. From "Kopfkino" and "Fernweh" to the warm, hard-to-define "Geborgenheit", you'll discover what each word means, how to use it, and why German has words for ideas other languages don't. Which one is your favourite?➡️ Click here to watch the video version o
10 German words that look English: true friends or false friends?
Are you ready for a test? In this episode, Thomas presents 10 German words that look just like English words and challenges you to decide whether they share the same meaning or not. You'll pick up some new vocabulary and learn to avoid some surprisingly common misunderstandings.➡️ Click here to watch the video version of this episode and access a free worksheet in the comments section. ➡️ Love lea
Scenes Season 2 | Chapter 10: Ein Anfang und ein Ende
Welcome back to Erna’s Café - our charming German café, where the aroma of fresh coffee lingers, conversations flow, and life unfolds around every table. In this immersive series, we follow a compelling story set in a local café and help you build your language skills naturally through storytelling.Today, some regulars’ routines are unexpectedly changed.Die Erzählerin beobachtet eine Mutter, die d
Scenes Season 2 | Chapter 9: Sommersonne und Abschiedslächeln
Welcome back to Erna’s Café - our charming German café, where the aroma of fresh coffee lingers, conversations flow, and life unfolds around every table. In this immersive series, we follow a compelling story set in a local café and help you build your language skills naturally through storytelling.Today, Felix works his final shift before starting a new job.Die Terrasse ist voll, die Sonne strahl
Scenes Season 2 | Chapter 8: Strahlende Gesichter
Welcome back to Erna’s Café - our charming German café, where the aroma of fresh coffee lingers, conversations flow, and life unfolds around every table. In this immersive series, we follow a compelling story set in a local café and help you build your language skills naturally through storytelling.Today, friendships are tested – and hearts are lightened.Johanna betritt das Café Händchen haltend m
Scenes Season 2 | Chapter 7: Blicke sagen mehr als Worte
Welcome back to Erna’s Café - our charming German café, where the aroma of fresh coffee lingers, conversations flow, and life unfolds around every table. In this immersive series, we follow a compelling story set in a local café and help you build your language skills naturally through storytelling.Während der Buchclub diskutiert, bemerkt die Erzählerin eine Frau mittleren Alters, die nervös auf d
Scenes Season 2 | Chapter 6: Zwischen Kaffee und Karriere
Welcome back to Erna’s Café - our charming German café, where the aroma of fresh coffee lingers, conversations flow, and life unfolds around every table. In this immersive series, we follow a compelling story set in a local café and help you build your language skills naturally through storytelling.Today is a big day for one of the café’s hardest workers. Die Sonne scheint, die Gäste genießen
Scenes Season 2 | Chapter 5: Auf’s Haus
Welcome back to Erna’s Café - our charming German café, where the aroma of fresh coffee lingers, conversations flow, and life unfolds around every table. In this immersive series, we follow a compelling story set in a local café and help you build your language skills naturally through storytelling.There are some scenes that touch everyone’s feelings. A girl with two daisies, her dad counting coin
Scenes Season 2 | Chapter 4: Ein Tisch für zwei
Welcome back to Erna’s Café - our charming German café, where the aroma of fresh coffee lingers, conversations flow, and life unfolds around every table. In this immersive series, we follow a compelling story set in a local café and build your language skills naturally through storytelling.The guests are gone… except for one couple. Caught up in each other, they don’t notice the time – or anything
Scenes Season 2 | Chapter 3: Die guten alten Zeiten
Welcome back to Erna’s Café - our charming German café, where the aroma of fresh coffee lingers, conversations flow, and life unfolds around every table. In this immersive series, you’ll follow a compelling story set in a local café and build your language skills naturally through storytelling.There’s always a story waiting to be told at Erna’s Café…
A group of men walk in—well-dressed, familiar.
Scenes Season 2 | Chapter 2: Zwischen Büchern und Ballons
Welcome back to Erna’s Café - our charming German café, where the aroma of fresh coffee lingers, conversations flow, and life unfolds around every table. In this immersive series, we follow a compelling story set in a local café and help you build your language skills naturally through storytelling.With the book club debating at one table and a family celebration at another, things become lively q
Scenes Season 2 | Chapter 1: Hand in Hand
Welcome back to Season 2 of Scenes from the Coffee Break German Café – willkommen in Staffel 2!If you joined us in Season 1 then you will already be familiar with Erna’s Café - our charming German café, where the aroma of fresh coffee lingers, conversations flow, and life unfolds around every table. In this immersive series, you’ll follow a compelling story set in a local café and build your langu
Looking back at the year | A Coffee Break with Thomas
In this thoughtful Coffee Break German mini-episode, Thomas takes you into one of the German-speaking world’s favourite end-of-year traditions: the Jahresrückblick. From nostalgic TV shows to personal memories, you’ll learn how Germans talk about looking back and how to do it yourself.Discover useful expressions like etwas Revue passieren lassen as Thomas guides you through each phrase with clear
Der Christkindlmarkt | A Coffee Break with Jessica
The holiday season is just around the corner, and in this mini-episode, we're bringing you a festive German lesson, perfect for an espresso-sized Coffee Break! 🎄☕Join Jessica as she takes us on a nostalgic journey to the Wiener Christkindlmarkt, sharing her favourite memories from this iconic Christmas market. She’ll introduce you to some festive German vocabulary, including words for seasonal foo
Winter expressions in German | A Coffee Break with Thomas
The winter holidays are almost here, and in this mini-episode, we’re keeping it short, fun, and most importantly wintery—just like a little espresso lesson from Coffee Break German! ❄️☕Join Thomas as he shares some of his favourite German winter expressions about Schnee, Eis und Füße. We’ll explore the meanings behind each phrase, see how they’re used in everyday conversation, and get you ready to
Coffee Break German - All You Need To Know
Join Mark and Thomas for this special episode of Coffee Break German where we're talking about something a bit different.We receive emails and messages all the time asking us "where should I start?", so we thought we'd answer that in this episode. We share details about how Coffee Break German first started and all of the resources we have released since then.We hope you enjoy hearing about the hi
Getting ready for a visit to the market | A Coffee Break with Thomas
It’s market season! 🇨🇭🧅In this short and cheerful episode, Thomas takes us to Bern for one of the country’s most famous traditions — the Zibelemärit, or Onion Market. Discover how this colourful event transforms the city into a sea of onions and learn some useful German market phrases along the way.From ordering Glühwein to asking for regionale Produkte, this mini-lesson will help you sound confid
Bonus Episode: Clues Explained - Die große Coffee Break Schatzsuche
We're back with a special bonus episode of the Great Coffee Break Treasure Hunt! Join us for a detailed explanation of this year's Treasure Hunt clues. Sit back, relax and enjoy listening to this episode on your next coffee break. ☕️ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Clue #4 (Deutsch) | The Great Coffee Break Treasure Hunt 2025
We have reached the last clue of our virtual treasure hunt - Die große Coffee Break Schatzsuche 2025 - which will lead us to the final location! Test your German and detective skills as we reveal everything you need to know to determine the last destination. Remember to submit your entry form listing the location from each episode to be in with a chance of winning a prize.Click here to locate the
Clue #3 (Deutsch) | The Great Coffee Break Treasure Hunt 2025
It's time for the third clue of Die große Coffee Break Schatzsuche 2025, our virtual treasure hunt across Europe! Using the interesting facts we provide, and your language skills, can you work out where checkpoint number three is? In case you missed it - everyone who correctly identifies the four mystery locations will win a free month's subscription to the Coffee Break Club, as well as being ente
Clue #2 (Deutsch) | The Great Coffee Break Treasure Hunt 2025
We're back with the next episode of Die große Coffee Break Schatzsuche 2025, our virtual treasure hunt across Europe! Join us as we reveal clue number two which takes us one step closer to our final location. As we continue through this mini series we'll discover further clues to help you solve the mystery. Remember, you could be in with a chance of winning some great prizes!For further
Clue #1 (Deutsch) | The Great Coffee Break Treasure Hunt 2025
Welcome to the first episode of Die große Coffee Break Schatzsuche 2025, our virtual treasure hunt across Europe! Join us in this first episode as we reveal the initial clue. As you continue through this mini series you’ll discover further clues, solve the mystery and practise your German.For further details about how you can take part, click here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy
Announcing the Coffee Break Treasure Hunt 2025
New mini-series! Starting on Monday 20th October, join Mark and the Coffee Break German Team for a virtual treasure hunt across Europe, in which we'll discover clues, solve the mystery and practise our German.But this is not just a language lesson – it's a competition! By taking part you could win some amazing prizes which will help you take your German to the next level.For everything you need to
'Viel' or 'Viele'? Talking about quantities in German | A Coffee Break with Thomas
In this short episode, Thomas gives you a quick lesson on talking about quantities in German! ☕✨We’ll cover the tricky difference between viel (for uncountable nouns) and viele (for countable nouns), plus some handy related words like wenig/wenige, manche or jede Menge. You’ll hear clear examples, practise a few short exercises, and pick up some grammar tips that make using these words much e
Choosing the "right" thank you in German | A Coffee Break with Thomas
In this Coffee Break German mini-episode, Thomas shares a quick and friendly guide to expressing gratitude in German. ☕🙏We’ll explore the usual Danke, along with many other options depending on the situation and if you are talking to a police officer, an old friend or your colleagues at work. With short examples and a touch of humour, this episode will help you thank people confidently in any
The Nullartikel in German | A Coffee Break with Thomas
In this mini-episode, Thomas helps you unlock the mystery of the Nullartikel, when German nouns don’t need an article! ☕💡We’ll look at examples from meals, professions, languages, and abstract ideas, and show how dropping the article can make your German sound more natural. With short, practical examples and a few exercises, you’ll quickly get a feel for this sometimes tricky grammar point.Perfect
Autumn in German | A Coffee Break with Thomas
Autumn is here, and in this lesson, Thomas takes you through the cosy world of German autumn words and expressions! 🍂☕We’ll explore terms for leaves, harvest, and seasonal fun, plus idiomatic expressions you might not find in a dictionary. From talking about falling leaves to phrases used during harvest time, you’ll learn vocabulary that’s perfect for chatting about the season with friends or read
3 fun German expressions about 'Hitze' & 'Sonne' | A Coffee Break with Thomas
Here is a short mini-lesson to keep your German ticking over until we launch our next podcast series. In today’s mini lesson, we’re joined by Thomas from the Coffee Break German team to explore three expressions related to Hitze and Sonne☀️🔥So, whether you're planning a summer trip or just enjoying the sunshine at home, this lesson will add some seasonal flair to your German vocabulary. ➡️ Di
How to maximise your language learning every day | A Coffee Break with Mark
In this espresso episode, join Mark as he shares practical tips to help you make the most of the little moments in your day and turn them into powerful opportunities for language learning! 💪 Discover how his recent trip to Slovenia taught him how his small interactions can help you build confidence and momentum in your learning.You’ll also get a taste of exclusive resources from the Coffee Break C
The art of hosting a German 'Grillparty' | A Coffee Break with Thomas
Join Thomas for a coffee break, in which you'll have the chance to practise and improve your German over just 10 minutes!We're firing up the barbecue and learning all about the art of hosting a German Grillparty! 🍗🌭 Thomas walks you through essential vocabulary to enjoy a summer barbecue the German way. Looking to continue improving your German skills? We’ve got plenty of great content to hel
The many meanings of 'bitte' | A Coffee Break with Thomas
Here at Coffee Break German, we're currently enjoying working on our next podcast series for you, but in the meantime, we hope you enjoy this mini, espresso lesson with Thomas. In this episode, we’re exploring the many meanings of the word bitte. You’ll discover how to use bitte in different contexts, including: ➡️ as a polite request ➡️ as a response ➡️ for clarifi
How to answer 'wann' questions in German | A Coffee Break with Thomas
In these short, espresso-style episodes, we help you improve your German a little bit each time. In today’s episode, we’re joined by Thomas from the Coffee Break German team.Today, we’re tackling how to answer wann questions in German, and when to use the dative or accusative case in your answer. ⏰ By the end of the episode, you’ll be ready to handle these questions in your everyday conversations.
Treasures of German literature | A Coffee Break with Thomas
We're back with a new episode, bringing you a little espresso lesson in between main seasons of Coffee Break German.In this mini-lesson, we’re diving into the world of German literature and inspiring quotes straight from the schoolbooks of Thomas, one of our wonderful Coffee Break German team members, when he was young ☺️ Whether you’re a book lover or simply curious about German culture, this epi
5 tips to turn any trip into your language classroom | A Coffee Break with Mark
Join Mark, the founder of Coffee Break Languages, for a coffee break, in which you'll hear tips and ideas to boost your language-learning journey in just a few minutes.In this episode, Mark shares five tips to make any trip your language classroom, even if travelling is not an option for you just now. So, if you're planning a trip to a German-speaking destination or want to get some tips for immer
The subtle difference between 'hinein' & 'herein' | A Coffee Break with Thomas
Join Thomas from the Coffee Break German team in another mini espresso lesson. This episode will explore the difference between hin- and her-, a topic that often confuses German learners. You’ll hear helpful examples and get tips for using these prefixes accurately in context.➡️ hinein – going in (away from the speaker)➡️ herein – coming in (towards the speaker)Looking to continue improving y
German vocabulary for summer clothes | A Coffee Break with Thomas
While we're working on our next podcast series to help you improve your German, here’s a short mini-lesson to keep your German fresh! In today’s episode, we’re joined by Thomas from the Coffee Break German team. We'll be exploring useful German vocabulary for talking about summer clothes, perfect for the sunny season! ☀️ We’ll also look at key phrases to help you when shopping and describing
CBG Scenes 1.10 | Begegnungen, die den Alltag bereichern
Mark and Thomas return for the final episode of Season 1 of Scenes! A quiet afternoon at the café allows the narrator to enjoy a peaceful moment—until an unexpected visitor arrives. Heinz shows up at an unusual time, surprising not only the narrator but also Charlotte, who has never met him before.As Charlotte and Heinz strike up a conversation, the narrator reflects on the unique charm of Erna’s
CBG Scenes 1.09 | Kleine Gesten und wenig Worte
Mark and Thomas return with episode nine of Scenes! At lunchtime, the café is lively as guests enjoy coffee and fresh pastries. But at a small table by the window, a young woman is lost in thought—until a phone call brings her to tears.While Erna is busy with a broken cash register, the narrator decides to step in, offering a simple act of kindness: the last piece of redcurrant cake. Sometimes, wo
CBG Scenes 1.08 | Ein Feierabendgespräch mit Felix
Mark and Thomas return with another engaging episode of Scenes! As the late shift winds down, Felix insists on staying longer, keeping busy while the narrator locks up. But when asked why he’s avoiding going home, he finally confesses—he’s dropped out of university but hasn’t told his parents yet.Felix knows they’ll be disappointed, and as an only child, the pressure feels even greater. But as the
CBG Scenes 1.07 | Kaffee, Klatsch und eine neue Lesegruppe
Mark and Thomas return with another Chapter of Scenes! Every day at exactly three o’clock, Charlotte arrives at the café for coffee, cake, and conversation. Today, she shares the latest neighbourhood gossip—though Erna is, as always, far more discreet with such things.Meanwhile, another customer is quietly adjusting to a big change—her youngest son has moved out, and for the first time in years, s
CBG Scenes 1.06 | Mit schwerem Herzen im Café
Mark and Thomas return with an emotional new episode of Scenes! It’s late in the evening, and Johanna is still sitting at her table, lost in thought. She’s usually happy to chat with Erna, but today, something is different.After some gentle encouragement, Johanna finally admits what’s been bothering her—her close university friend Nadine is leaving for a year abroad, and it’s not just friendship t
CBG Scenes 1.05 | Siegfried, Heinz und das große Canasta-Duell
Mark and Thomas return with another lively episode of Scenes! This time, the gentlemen’s weekly Canasta match takes centre stage — especially as Heinz keeps winning, much to Siegfried’s frustration!While the game unfolds, the café is quieter than usual, giving the narrator time to clean the clogged coffee machine. But just as it’s taken apart, two teenagers arrive, hoping for a coffee. With no oth
CBG Scenes 1.04 | Ein Café-Moment, den man nicht vergisst
Mark and Thomas return with another engaging episode of Scenes! In this Chapter, the café is busier than usual for a weekday, and among the customers, something special is happening.At the large family table, a young woman seems anxious while her boyfriend reassures her. Her elegantly dressed parents sit across from them, clearly unimpressed. But as soon as the young woman speaks, everything chang
CBG Scenes 1.03 | Volles Haus und extra Hilfe
Mark and Thomas are back with another episode of Scenes! In this chapter, the café is busier than ever, as customers fill the space on a sunny Sunday. Regulars enjoy their routines, new visitors discover Erna’s charm, and the rhubarb cake disappears faster than ever.While Erna thrives on the lively atmosphere, chatting and sharing her wisdom, Felix helps keep things moving behind the counter. Mean
CBG Scenes 1.02 | Ein Extrahäubchen Schlagsahne
Mark and Thomas return with the next chapter of Scenes! As heavy rain pours down, Johanna rushes into the café, drenched and frustrated. A dedicated law student, she usually enjoys studying here, but today, her soaked textbooks and looming deadlines leave her feeling overwhelmed.Erna, always quick to notice when someone needs support, offers comforting words and a little extra whipped cream on Joh
CBG Scenes 1.01 | Kaffee, Kuchen und eine Überraschung
Join Mark and Thomas at the start of an exciting new story! In this first chapter of Scenes, our latest course for intermediate German learners, we visit Erna’s cosy café by the park, where regular customers and unexpected surprises make each morning unique.We meet Heinz, a long-time patron known for his punctuality and unwavering routine. Every day, he arrives at exactly 8am for his usual coffee.
Introducing Scenes from the Coffee Break Café
We’re about to launch four brand-new intermediate German language course - Scenes from the Coffee Break Café.Imagine yourself in a charming café, where the aroma of fresh coffee lingers, conversations flow, and life unfolds around every table. In this immersive new course, you’ll follow a compelling story set in a local café and build your language skills naturally through storytelling.Here’s what
Clue #4 (Deutsch) | The Great Coffee Break Treasure Hunt 2024
We have reached the last clue of our virtual treasure hunt Die große Coffee Break Schatzsuche 2024, which will lead us to the final location! Test your German and detective skills as Mark and Thomas reveal everything you need to know to determine the last destination. Remember to submit your entry form listing the location from each episode to be in with a chance of winning a prize, you have until
Clue #3 (Deutsch) | The Great Coffee Break Treasure Hunt 2024
It's time for the third clue of Die große Coffee Break Schatzsuche 2024, our virtual treasure hunt across Europe! Using the interesting facts provided by Thomas and your language skills, can you work out where checkpoint number three is? In case you missed it - everyone who correctly identifies the four mystery locations will win a free month's subscription to the Coffee Break Club, as well as bei
Clue #2 (Deutsch) | The Great Coffee Break Treasure Hunt 2024
We're back with the next episode of Die große Coffee Break Schatzsuche 2024, our virtual treasure hunt across Europe! In this episode join Thomas and Mark as they reveal clue number two and take us one step closer to our final location. As we continue through this mini series we'll discover further clues, solve the mystery and you could be in with a chance of winning some great prizes!Fo
Clue #1 (Deutsch) | The Great Coffee Break Treasure Hunt 2024
Welcome to the first episode of Die große Coffee Break Schatzsuche 2024, our virtual treasure hunt across Europe! Join Max and Mark in this first episode as they reveal the initial clue. As you continue through this mini series you’ll discover further clues, solve the mystery and practise your French.For further details about how you can take part visit coffeebreaklanguages.com/trea
Announcing the Coffee Break Treasure Hunt 2024
New mini-series! Starting on Monday 4th November, join Mark and the Coffee Break German Team for a virtual treasure hunt across Europe, in which we'll discover clues, solve the mystery and practise our German. But this is not just a language lesson – it's a competition, and by taking part you could win some amazing prizes for German learners. For everything you need to know about this mini series
The word 'ziehen' and its many different meanings in German | CBG Show 2.10
How confident are you with the verb Ziehen in German? Join Mark and Thomas in this episode of the Coffee Break German show as they discuss this versatile verb and its different meanings depending on the context.➡️ Click here to access the blog article and worksheet that accompany this lesson ⬅️ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
All there is to know about colours in German | CBG Show 2.09
If you would like an overview of everything you need to know about colours in German, enjoy this episode of The Coffee Break German Show. Discover how to use colours as adjectives and nouns correctly!➡️ Click here to access the blog article and worksheet that accompany this lesson ⬅️ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Making suggestions and giving commands in German - 'lassen' and the imperative | CBG Show 2.08
Do you know how to make suggestions and give commands in German? Join us in this episode of the Coffee Break German Show as we discuss lassen and the imperative in German.➡️ Click here to access the blog article and worksheet that accompany this lesson ⬅️ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Creating compound adjectives in German - 'bärenstark', 'tropfnass' and many more | CBG Show 2.07
Tune in to this episode of the Coffee Break German Show and learn all about compound adjectives in German. We discuss how compound adjectives are formed, as well as how to use them.➡️ Click here to access the blog article and worksheet that accompany this lesson ⬅️ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Understanding long and short vowel sounds - German pronunciation | CBG Show 2.06
Would you like to master the pronunciation of vowels in German? Join Mark and Thomas as they go over the challenging topic of long and short vowel sounds in German. ➡️ Click here to access the blog article and worksheet that accompany this lesson ⬅️ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
What's the difference between 'wann', 'wenn' and 'als'? - How to translate 'when' into German | CBG Show 2.05
Struggling to remember the difference between wann, wenn and als in German? Fear not! In this episode of The Coffee Break German Show we'll help you understand once and for all how to say "when" in German.➡️ Click here to access the blog article and worksheet that accompany this lesson ⬅️ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Separable verbs in German - Which prefixes are separable or inseparable? | CBG Show 2.04
If you would like to learn more about German separable verbs, listen to this episode of The Coffee Break German Show. We focus on the rules behind using separable verbs and when to use the prefix or not!➡️ Click here to access the blog article and worksheet that accompany this lesson ⬅️ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
When to use the imperfect tense - Speaking about the past in German | CBG Show 2.03
Would you like to sound more like a native German speaker when discussing the past? Join us in this episode of The Coffee Break German Show as we explain when to use the perfect and imperfect tenses to talk about the past!➡️ Click here to access the blog article and worksheet that accompany this lesson ⬅️ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Prepositions of place in German - When to use 'auf', 'an', 'in', 'nach' and 'zu' | CBG Show 2.02
Perplexed by prepositions? Tune in to this episode of The Coffee Break German Show and learn how to use location prepositions in German, depending on the following noun.➡️ Click here to access the blog article and worksheet that accompany this lesson ⬅️☕️ To purchase a Coffee Break mug, click here ☕️ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
‘Wo' or 'wohin'? - Location vs. destination in German cases | CBG Show 2.01
Welcome back to Season 2 of The Coffee Break German Show! In this first episode we are focusing on prepositions of location and how to use the dative and accusative cases in German.➡️ Click here to access the blog article and worksheet that accompany this lesson ⬅️ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Introducing Season 2 of the Coffee Break German Show
We're back with Season 2 of the Coffee Break German Show! In this podcast series we help you take your intermediate German to the next level, one coffee break at a time. Throughout the 10-episode series we cover a range of topics to help you deepen your understanding of tricky grammar, broaden your vocabulary, and improve your pronunciation. You'll sound like a native speaker in no time!You will a
How to pronounce tricky letter combinations - ‘sch’, ‘ei’, ‘ie’ and more | The Coffee Break German Show 1.10
Do you know how to pronounce the German letter combinations - ‘sch’, ‘ei’ and ‘ie’? In this final episode of The Coffee Break German Show, Mark and Olivera dissect and practise several of the most challenging German sounds to pronounce. By the end of this episode you will be more confident when using these letter combinations in conversation!➡️ Click here to access the blog article and worksheet t
‘Nein’, ‘nicht’ and ‘kein’ - Negation in German | The Coffee Break German Show 1.09
Welcome to the penultimate episode of The Coffee Break German Show! In this episode, Mark and Thomas discuss how to express the negative using nein, nicht, and kein. By the end of this episode you will be able to confidently express negative ideas in German!➡️ Click here to access the blog article and worksheet that accompany this lesson ⬅️ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more informati
‘Zu’ or ‘um ... zu’? - How to use the infinitive form of the verb | The Coffee Break German Show 1.08
Welcome to the new episode of The Coffee Break German Show! Today Mark and Thomas discuss how to use the infinitive form of verbs in 'zu' and 'um ... zu' constructions. By the end of this episode you will be confident in using the infinitive form of verbs in sentences in German!➡️ Click here to access the blog article and worksheet that accompany this lesson ⬅️ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/priva
Compound words - Breaking down long German words | The Coffee Break German Show 1.07
The focus of today's Coffee Break German Show episode is compound words! In this episode Thomas and Olivera discuss how to construct and understand compound nouns. By the end of this episode you will be more familiar with long German words!➡️ Click here to access the blog article and worksheet that accompany this lesson ⬅️ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
What is a case? - An introduction to German cases | The Coffee Break German Show 1.06
Welcome to a new episode of The Coffee Break German Show! In this episode we discuss the four German cases, how to identify them and how to use them. By the end of this episode you will understand the concept of cases in German!➡️ Click here to access the blog article and worksheet that accompany this lesson ⬅️ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Using the formal ‘you’ | The Coffee Break German Show 1.05
How confident do you feel using the formal "you" in German? In this episode of The Coffee Break German Show, Mark and Thomas discuss how to say "you" within a conversation with a German speaker. By the end of this episode you will know exactly how to use this very common word!➡️ Click here to access the blog article and worksheet that accompany this lesson ⬅️ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy
How to form questions in German | The Coffee Break German Show 1.04
Knowing how to form questions is an essential part of having conversations in German. In this episode of The Coffee Break German Show, Mark and Thomas discuss how to form questions, specifically focusing on sentence structure and question words in German. ➡️ Click here to access the blog article and worksheet that accompany this lesson ⬅️ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information
All about umlauts - Usage and pronunciation | The Coffee Break German Show 1.03
In this episode of The Coffee Break German Show we are focusing on pronunciation! In particular we learn how to pronounce letters with an umlaut and its different uses in German. By the end of this episode you will know exactly when and why we use an umlaut!➡️ Click here to access the blog article and worksheet that accompany this lesson ⬅️☕️ To purchase a Coffee Break mug, click here ☕️ Hosted on
When to use ‘fahren’ and ‘gehen’ | The Coffee Break German Show 1.02
Do you know when to use gehen and fahren to say "to go" in German? In this episode of The Coffee Break German Show Mark and Thomas clarify the different contexts in which you would use each verb.➡️ Click here to access the blog article and worksheet that accompany this lesson ⬅️ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
A guide to German word order - Sentences with two verbs | The Coffee Break German Show 1.01
Welcome to the very first episode of the Coffee Break German Show! To start off the series, we're chatting about some rules to follow when using more than one verb in a sentence. Los geht’s! ➡️ Click here to access the blog article and worksheet that accompany this episode ⬅️ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Introducing the Coffee Break German Show
Welcome to our brand new podcast series - the Coffee Break German Show! Throughout this 10-episode series, Mark and Thomas will help you take your intermediate German to the next level, one coffee break at a time. We cover a range of topics to help you deepen your understanding of tricky grammar, broaden your vocabulary, and improve your pronunciation. You'll sound like a native speaker in no time
CBG Mag 2.10 | Til Schweiger
In the final episode of this season of the Coffee Break German Magazine, we hear a text about the well-known and successful German actor and director, Til Schweiger. As we hear about his life and international career, we review some important grammar points such as the imperfect irregular tense and scheint zu sein. As always, we hear relevant vocabulary along the way, including: Regisseur/-in, Pro
CBG Mag 2.09 | Das Leben der Anderen
We’re discussing a film in this episode of the Coffee Break German Magazine: ‘The Life of Others’ by Florian Henckel von Donnersmarck. Set in 1984, the film portrays life in the German Democratic Republic, in East Berlin, and follows a couple being spied on by a member of the Stasi. We hear more about the film through the text featured in this episode and Mark and Andrea focus on some of the
CBG Mag 2.08 | Heißluftballonrennen im Januar
The topic of this Coffee Break German Magazine episode is hot air balloons - specifically the annual hot air balloon competitions which take place in the Alps during the month of January. As we learn about these fascinating competitions, we encounter some interesting vocabulary including the words: bunt, egal ob… oder… and lenken. Mark and Andrea also discuss the following grammar points: bei + no
