Today, on March 8, in many parts of the world people observe International Women's Day. Although this observance actually has its roots in the U.S., the commemoration is largely ignored in North America. There is a German connection as well. Learn more about this and other holidays on our "German Customs in March" page. For instance, Switzerland has an interesting holiday known as "Tag der Kranken."

German Word of the Day: Wort des Tages - Advanced or beginner