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German in Brisbane
Words like Orangenfruchtsaftgetränk (orange juice) or Säuglingsgeschrei (a newborn’s cry) can certainly seem intimidating. And so is the German grammar system, with its multiple declensions, cases and three genders. But don’t despair: with the help of a professional tutor, you’ll be able to become fluent in German in the shortest time and, even better, in an engaging way. Maybe you haven’t thought about it, but many aspects of English and German are actually similar. For instance, hundreds of words are almost the same, like pfeffer (pepper) or offen (open). With just a few lessons with us at Listen & Learn, soon you’ll realise you already know a lot more German than you imagined!
And if you decide to learn German in Brisbane, you’ll soon realise your newly-acquired fluency is useful not only to travel to German-speaking countries but also in Brisbane itself. There are over 5,000 German speakers living in the region, so learning their native language will prove essential to connecting with them on a whole new level. Further, if you are interested in the cultural side of learning German, you will also be able to participate in local events that celebrate the German-speaking cultures, such as the annual Oktoberfest and other gatherings organised by the Brisbane German Club.
Sign up for a course with us at Listen & Learn and start learning German from the comfort of your home or workplace! You get to decide whether you want to take face-to-face or online lessons with native tutors. Either way, our teachers will assess your current abilities in German and your needs to produce a fully customised course that addresses all your requirements. Just reach out to us today and we’ll answer all the questions you may have about our German courses!
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 benefited 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 for German culture and those hoping to pass a specific exam in German. Enquire 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 intended for people who really need to learn German to help make that difference in their work. For beginners, it will be useful to learn greetings and basic business etiquette; at higher levels, reading and then writing become more important. Typical students include those involved in import/export, international negotiations and acquisitions, jobseekers in multinational companies where an additional language is required, and those working with international colleagues, academia and government. Even in our most basic lesson for Beginners, students should expect to end the lesson with basic telephone German and German e-mail skills for communication as well as survival German required for short visits to a country. Enquire now about our German Courses or Take A Free German Level Test
Face-to-Face Closed (Private) Group General or Business German
The German lessons are also available for 2 or more people studying together (Two-to-One German Lessons or Small Group In-Company German Lessons). All participants must have the same level, the same business or general language needs and be able to study at the same time in the same location. The booking must be made for all participants at the same time. Listen & Learn does not recommend group classes of more than 6-8 people though In-Company Taster German Lessons can be run with up to 12 people. Enquire 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 speaker qualified German language teachers can train you and your colleagues at your office or home at a time to suit you. Classes can be any day of the week (even weekends) in the morning, afternoon or evening. In certain circumstances, if your home or office is not available, you can take your classes at the trainer's office. Course books are provided. Enquire 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
If there are two or more of you with the same level of German, the same targets within the language and are able to study at the same time and location, then you'll be happy to know that these German lessons can also be made available for Two-to-One German Lessons or Small Group In-Company German Lessons. Listen & Learn does not generally recommend classes of more than 6-8 people, though Taster lessons in German can run with up to 12 people. Bookings must be made for all participants at the same time. Enquire now about our German Courses or Take A Free German Level Test
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Criminal- Netflix Series
Binge-watching German series is actually educational! Listening to people speaking in German in real-life contexts is crucial to develop your listening skills, so why not watch a series of German origin, such as Criminal, a series of stand-alone episodes in which each one consists of a gripping-police investigation to solve a crime. Watching Criminal in its original language can be challenging even for advanced learners, but try not to use the dubbed version of the series. Instead, turn on the English subtitles and start training your ear. Learn more about Criminal here!german Entertainment
Goodbye, Lenin! - German Film
Are you in the mood for a comedy? Enjoy Goodbye, Lenin! while improving your German proficiency! The film follows the story of Alex, a boy whose mother suffers a heart attack and falls into a coma. During this period, the Berlin Wall falls and East Germany ceases to be communist. When the woman recovers, the doctor warns Alex that shock could result in another (this time fatal) heart attack, so the movie is full of absurd and hilarious situations where Alex tries to shield his mother from the changing landscape in Berlin. Watch it with subtitles if you need some help understanding the vocabulary while training your ear to recognise German pronunciation and accents! Click here to find more about Goodbye Lenin!Oktoberfest- Festival
Oktoberfest is the largest and most well-known German festival in the world. It is held almost everywhere and Australia is no exception. From Adelaide to Brisbane, and Sydney to Canberra, you can enjoy the best craft beer and delicious German food in the annual event that takes place every September. Put on your Dirndl and Lederhosen and have the time of your life with the more than 40,000 people that attend this festival every year in Sydney. Indulge in a fun-filled feast of authentic German food and traditional entertainment and put your German into practice with other learners and native speakers. Enjoy Oktoberfest in Sydney!german Youtube Channels
YTTITY
Are you in the mood for fun, eclectic content in German to improve your range of vocabulary and skills while being entertained? Then, subscribe to YTTYTI, a channel that is popularly known as the German amateur version of “Jackass”. In addition to pranks, watch the stars play video games and sing funny German-language parody songs. For instance, they take famous songs in English by superstars like Demi Lovato or Taylor Swift, translate (badly) the lyrics to German and sing them (badly, too!). All the videos have English subtitles, as well the lyrics for any songs in German, so the channel is great for beginners, too! Click here to subscribe.german Youtube Channels
DoktorFroid
If you’re looking for a gaming channel with content that goes beyond the ordinary, DoktorFroid is the channel for you. Instead of playing and joking about it, he instead analyses how games work, interesting characters, storylines, etc., and he does all of this infused with German humour and slang. So, you will not only learn a lot about gaming in general, but you’ll also pick up new German words and conversational phrases while fine-tuning your listening comprehension. Just turn on YouTube’s subtitles if you need them and enjoy this wonderful content! Click here to subscribe.Yummypilgrim
Yummypilgrim, a channel run by a German woman called Mira, is the perfect choice for language learners looking to develop their vocabulary about travel and food. She usually visits restaurants and describers their dishes and also uploads delicious German recipes which are quite easy to follow. Her videos are carefully subtitled in English, so you won’t have trouble understanding them, even if you are a beginner. Don’t miss out on her playlist called “Food Haul”, where she features food from all around the world, describing how each item tastes. Yummy! Learn more about cooking here!german Songs
Männer - Herbert Grönemeyer
Männer is an incredibly popular German song that talks about men and the obstacles they encounter every day in a fun, satirical manner. The singer uses clear enunciation and the lyrics include easy, everyday German structures, like “men can...” (Männer können) or “men have...” (Männer haben), so it’s a nice option for those who are just starting a German course and want to improve their skills using real-life, interesting materials. Further, you’ll become familiar with vocabulary related to human interactions, like hug (Umarmung) or kiss (kuss). Click here and give the song a try.german Songs
Du Hast - Rammstein
Learning German through music is a great way to acquire new vocabulary and structures in a meaningful way, while improving your listening comprehension skills. And what better way to do this than by using songs you’re already familiar with, such as Du Hast by Rammstein? This song has been used in many popular movies, such as The Matrix, so you’ll probably recognise it instantly. The song repeats the same phrase (Du Hast - You got me) with some variations to the lyrics throughout, so you’ll be quick to understand it after just a few listens, even if your level of German is basic! Click here and give the song a try.Leider Geil - Deichkind
Those looking for German-language hip-hop to improve their skills while having a good time are in luck. Leider Geil is a humorous, satirical song that is very popular in the German-speaking world. The lyrics revolve around the concept of leider geil, an untranslatable term that means “unfortunately awesome”. For example, the song talks about very fast cars, which are great but at the same team pollute the environment. The song is fast-paced and includes a lot of conversational phrases and slang, so it’s more appropriate for intermediate to advanced-level learners! Click here and give the song a try.Testimonials
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