Articles Index
Austrian German Glossary
Not only does the German that Austrians use have a diferent sound, accent, or lilt, the vocabulary is sometimes very different from standard German (Hochdeutsch). This glossary is an introduction to Austrian German.
German for Beginners: Study Tips
How to be a better German-learner. Learning tips and hints for our online German course for beginners and intermediate learners who wish to review.
German Customs and Holidays in March
A guide to German holidays and observances in March. Traditional and religious March celebrations and holidays in Austria, Germany, and Switzerland.
Daily German
Daily German vocabulary, quotations, and lessons - plus specialized glossaries, dictionaries, and almanacs - English-to-German - German-to-English.
Prepositional Pitfalls in German
This lesson shows you the potential hazards in using German prepositions and tells you how to avoid many of the 'prepositional pitfalls' you may encounter.
By-Expressions in German
A lesson on the many 'by' expressions in German - part of our guide to avoiding German prepositional pitfalls.
Denglisch: When Languages Collide
When German and English collide you get Denglisch (Denglish) or Neudeutsch, the strange mixture of German and English used by many Germans and most English-speaking expats in Germany. Learn more about Denglisch, its various uses and several definitions. Includes the annotated Denglisch Dictionary.
German Music: Denglisch - German and English Lyrics
German and English lyrics for the Wise Guys song 'Denglisch' - from the CD 'Radio'
Black History and Germany
Of the 82 million people living in Germany an estimated 300,000 to 500,000 have some form of African heritage. Germany's blacks fall into several historical and ancestral categories. A few of them are well-known as writers, TV personalities, entertainers, sports figures, and actors.
German Music: ich + ich - Du erinnerst mich an Liebe
German and English lyrics for the ich + ich song 'Du erinnerst mich an Liebe.'
German Music: Die Prinzen: 'Küssen verboten'
German and English lyrics for the Prinzen song 'Küssen verboten.'
What's in a (German) Name?
An interesting look at the last names of well-known Germans, Austrians, and Swiss personalities, living and dead. Where do these names come from? What is their meaning? Decoding surnames is a tricky business and many family names are not what they appear to be. Find out more about names of people with names such as Adenauer, Daimler, Klum, Mozart, Schwarzenegger, or Weissmuller.
The Top 50 German Surnames
A ranked listing of the top German 50 surnames in Germany - with their English meanings.
10 Ways to Express Good Wishes in German
A special phrasebook of good wishes, congratulations, and toasts in German. Congratulations on expanding your German vocabulary!
The Many Meanings of the German Verb 'lassen'
The German verb 'lassen' has many uses. There are at least a dozen different meanings for this versatile verb, not even counting its several variations, including common verbs such as 'verlassen' and 'auslassen,' and various 'lassen' idioms. Our lesson examines each meaning and provides examples in German and English.
You Already Know German! - German Vocabulary in English
A look at German and other loan words in English and the Germanic elements of English, plus the German Loan Words dictionary.
The Ten Commandments - Die zehn Gebote
The Biblical Ten Commandments from Exodus (2 Mose) in German and English. New German version. Also see the Luther Bible version.
German Television in North America
The American Dish Network satellite TV service provides a German-language package with three channels in German. Learn more about Deutsche Welle's DW-TV, the commercial broadcaster ProSiebenSat1 Welt and the EuroNews channel in German - for viewers in the U.S.
Let Your Computer Read to You in German!
What if you could get your computer to read any German text it comes across--in a natural-sounding voice with accurate German pronunciation? AT&T's Natural Voices™ text-to-speech software for German.
Christmas Lights in Germany: Weihnachtshäuser
Germany has adopted the American Christmas lights and decorating tradition for private homes.
The 10 Meanings of the German Verb 'ausmachen'
There are at least ten different basic meanings for the German verb 'ausmachen.' This lesson examines each meaning and provides examples in German and English.
Die Maueröffnung - The Last Days of the Berlin Wall
The last days of the Berlin Wall - a historical review and timeline concerning the history leading up to the opening of the Wall and the collapse of German Democratic Republic in 1989.
German Expressions with 'Auge' (eye)
German proverbs and idiomatic expressions using 'Auge' (eye) - with their English meanings.
Tokio Hotel - and Other German Rock Bands You May Not Have Heard of
German bands are gaining popularity in Germany and around the world - despite singing mostly in German.
Free Online Dictionaries for German
Links to free online dictionaries and translation resources for German. Find English to German, German to English, and German-only dictionaries available on the Web.