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German Lessons in Melbourne
Did you know that the German language consists of about 5.3 million words? This is an impressive number, 8 times larger than the English lexicon. But don’t worry: though this number can seem a bit overwhelming, only a small fraction is necessary for the vast majority of communication and Listen & Learn can help you focus your efforts according to your learning goals. We can prepare personalised lessons where we will adapt the course syllabus to your preferences and needs, while still teaching you’re the common essentials. For example, you will learn the three genders of German, that all nouns are capitalized and that many words, like groß, can mean different things (big or fat), depending on the context.
Also, with Melbourne having more than 3,000 German-speaking inhabitants, the city is the perfect place for you to gain confidence and practise speaking the language. For instance, you can join a local language exchange group to put your skills into practice, like Ich will Deutsch Sprechen, where you can get to know like-minded people of all ages and backgrounds while speaking in German. Similarly, you can take part in the popular annual Oktoberfest to enjoy the taste of the very best German food and beer without ever leaving Melbourne.
Regardless of your reasons for studying German, Listen & Learn can help you achieve your goals and to become fluent in a very short time! Our lessons are fully customised and tailored to your specific objectives and requirements. Soon, you’ll be able to read classic German books, like Die Verwandlung (Metamorphosis), in their original language!
The type of courses we offer:
Face-to-Face 1-to-1 (Individual) General German
This set of German tutorials are less specific and more targeted for those who want to get a range of different things from learning German. Even though all novice students will cover survival German: as well as German to visit somewhere abroad to make solid contacts with the locals, what do you do from there? It depends on your needs. Those who have benefited from these lessons have been those moving or investing overseas, spouses of overseas nationals, people who love to travel all over the world, those interested in German culture and those who just want to pass a specific examination 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 driven towards people who have a requirement to learn German to bolster their work output. For novices, you will find it useful to learn basic greetings and business etiquette. Once you have become more proficient, then reading and writing will come to the fore. Typical students include those concerned with imports and exports, those seeking work in multinational companies, international negotiations and anyone working with international colleagues or administration. Even in our most rudimentary lesson for beginnners, students can expect to finish with decent telephone and e-mail German, as well as a good enough grip on the language for a short trip to the country where the language is spoken. Enquire now about our German Courses or Take A Free German Level Test
Face-to-Face Closed (Private) Group General or Business German
If there are 2 or more of you with the same level of German, the same goals sought for the language and be 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 with Two-to-One German Lessons or Small Group In-Company German Lessons. Listen & Learn does not generally recommend classes with 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
Skype, Google Meet or Zoom Online 1-to-1 (Individual) General or Business German
Our native-speaking qualified German teachers can instruct you and your group at your work or at home at a time most convenient for you. Classes can take place on any day of the week—even weekends—morning, afternoon or evening. If meeting at your office or home is not suitable, you can take your lessons at the trainer's office. Study materials are supplied for you. 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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