Language for everyday life
Know English? Learn German
Learn German using your knowledge of English. The card front shows a word and example in your target language. Reveal the answer to check the meaning in the language you know.
Your learning rhythm
Small steps you can return to
- Try to recall
- Check the meaning
- Listen and revisit
First try to recall the meaning, then reveal the answer and read the sentence. Listen in your target language and revisit difficult cards. A1–C2 availability depends on your level and plan; you can start with free flashcards.
Meet your first flashcards
See a word in a sentence and reveal its meaning. Choose “Listen and practice” to start learning with that card.
Ich benutze diese Tasse jeden Morgen.
Answer: English
I use this cup every morning.
Morgen wollen wir diese Adresse gemeinsam finden.
Answer: English
Tomorrow we want to find this address together.
Du kannst mir zuerst dieses Buch geben.
Answer: English
You can give me this book first.
Practical pointers
English → German: learn with context
Your starting point: English
Bring your habit of listening to whole phrases from English, but do not assume a fixed subject–verb–object order. Gender and inflection may have no direct English equivalent.
Explore German
In German, learn nouns with their articles and verbs in complete sentences. Notice verb position and separable prefixes; listen for ä, ö, ü and vowel length.
Start with a few flashcards
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