Vocabulary / Vokabeln
Articles, lessons, and links to expand your German vocabulary.
Gemüse
German Word of the Day for beginners - with sample sentences.
German Word of the Day for beginners - with sample sentences.
Mitarbeiter
Advanced German Word of the Day with sample sentences.
Advanced German Word of the Day with sample sentences.
abhandenkommen
Advanced German Word of the Day with sample sentences.
Advanced German Word of the Day with sample sentences.
krank
German Word of the Day for beginners - with sample sentences.
German Word of the Day for beginners - with sample sentences.
die Lasche
Advanced German Word of the Day with sample sentences.
Advanced German Word of the Day with sample sentences.
die Frage
German Word of the Day for beginners - with sample sentences.
German Word of the Day for beginners - with sample sentences.
der Schlichter
Advanced German Word of the Day with sample sentences.
Advanced German Word of the Day with sample sentences.
der Himmel
German Word of the Day for beginners - with sample sentences.
German Word of the Day for beginners - with sample sentences.
unterschreiben
German Word of the Day for beginners - with sample sentences.
German Word of the Day for beginners - with sample sentences.
vernehmen
Advanced German Word of the Day with sample sentences.
Advanced German Word of the Day with sample sentences.
schlafen
German Word of the Day for beginners - with sample sentences.
German Word of the Day for beginners - with sample sentences.
der Mampf
Advanced German Word of the Day with sample sentences.
Advanced German Word of the Day with sample sentences.
überrumpeln
Advanced German Word of the Day with sample sentences.
Advanced German Word of the Day with sample sentences.
lecker
German Word of the Day for beginners - with sample sentences.
German Word of the Day for beginners - with sample sentences.
der Fuhrpark
Advanced German Word of the Day with sample sentences.
Advanced German Word of the Day with sample sentences.
die Sonne
German Word of the Day for beginners - with sample sentences.
German Word of the Day for beginners - with sample sentences.
die Scheibe
German Word of the Day for beginners - with sample sentences.
German Word of the Day for beginners - with sample sentences.
längst
Advanced German Word of the Day with sample sentences.
Advanced German Word of the Day with sample sentences.
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.
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.
die Reise
German Word of the Day for beginners - with sample sentences.
German Word of the Day for beginners - with sample sentences.
das Schaltjahr
Advanced German Word of the Day with sample sentences.
Advanced German Word of the Day with sample sentences.
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.
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.
A lesson on the many 'by' expressions in German - part of our guide to avoiding German prepositional pitfalls.
Daily German
Daily German vocabulary, quotations, and lessons - plus specialized glossaries, dictionaries, and almanacs - English-to-German - German-to-English.
Daily German vocabulary, quotations, and lessons - plus specialized glossaries, dictionaries, and almanacs - English-to-German - German-to-English.
English-German Glossaries
Many glossaries on a large variety of topics, from Abbreviations to Words to Avoid, plus vocabulary themes from computers and food to business and travel.
Many glossaries on a large variety of topics, from Abbreviations to Words to Avoid, plus vocabulary themes from computers and food to business and travel.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
A look at German and other loan words in English and the Germanic elements of English, plus the German Loan Words dictionary.
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.
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.
Denglisch: When Languages Collide
When German and English collide you get Denglisch (Denglish) or Neudeutsch, the strange mixture of German and English. Learn more about Denglisch, its various uses and definitions. Includes the annotated Denglisch Dictionary.
When German and English collide you get Denglisch (Denglish) or Neudeutsch, the strange mixture of German and English. Learn more about Denglisch, its various uses and definitions. Includes the annotated Denglisch Dictionary.
German Word of the Year - Wort des Jahres
Each year in December the Gesellschaft für deutsche Sprache (GfdS) selects the ten words or phrases that best reflect the key events and issues in Germany during that year. The GfdS also picks the number one Wort des Jahres, the top word or phrase for that year. Learn new German vocabulary through the German words of the year.
Each year in December the Gesellschaft für deutsche Sprache (GfdS) selects the ten words or phrases that best reflect the key events and issues in Germany during that year. The GfdS also picks the number one Wort des Jahres, the top word or phrase for that year. Learn new German vocabulary through the German words of the year.
Favorite German Words and Expressions
The favorite German expressions and words chosen by our readers and in the 'Most Beautiful German Word' contest in 2004.
The favorite German expressions and words chosen by our readers and in the 'Most Beautiful German Word' contest in 2004.
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.
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.
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!
A special phrasebook of good wishes, congratulations, and toasts in German. Congratulations on expanding your German vocabulary!
10 Ways to Say 'Thank You' in German
Expanding your German vocabulary - 10 ways to say 'thank you' (and 'you're welcome') in German.
Expanding your German vocabulary - 10 ways to say 'thank you' (and 'you're welcome') in German.
Essential German - On One Page
Don't have time to learn German? You know you need to know a few basics, but you're a busy person. Here's some help. A one-page “phrasebook” for people in a hurry.
Don't have time to learn German? You know you need to know a few basics, but you're a busy person. Here's some help. A one-page “phrasebook” for people in a hurry.
German Top 30 - Speaking Word Frequency
What are the most frequently used words in spoken German? This ranked list of the top 30 words tells which 30 words you should know for sure if you're learning German. Also see the Top 1000 for written German below.
What are the most frequently used words in spoken German? This ranked list of the top 30 words tells which 30 words you should know for sure if you're learning German. Also see the Top 1000 for written German below.
Am Telefon - Using a Phone in German
A helpful guide to using the telephone in German-speaking Europe, with telecommunications terms and vocabulary for using the phone in Austria, Germany, or Switzerland. Includes cell/mobile phone information.
A helpful guide to using the telephone in German-speaking Europe, with telecommunications terms and vocabulary for using the phone in Austria, Germany, or Switzerland. Includes cell/mobile phone information.
Business German - Contents
German for business: phrasebook, flashcards, letter-writing, and more.
German for business: phrasebook, flashcards, letter-writing, and more.
Two Advanced German Dictionaries for German
A comparison of two advanced-level, 'serious' German-English dictionaries: the Collins Unabridged and the Oxford-Duden.
A comparison of two advanced-level, 'serious' German-English dictionaries: the Collins Unabridged and the Oxford-Duden.
Classroom Phrasebook 1 for Teachers and Students of German
An annotated glossary of student classroom expressions in German and English. Part of the School and Education Glossary.
An annotated glossary of student classroom expressions in German and English. Part of the School and Education Glossary.
Classroom Phrasebook 2 for Teachers and Students of German
Student and teacher talk - Part 2. An annotated glossary of school-related words and classroom expressions in German and English. Part of the School and Education Glossary.
Student and teacher talk - Part 2. An annotated glossary of school-related words and classroom expressions in German and English. Part of the School and Education Glossary.
English-German Glossaries from A to Z
An A-to-Z topic index for our many specialized and annotated English-German dictionaries and glossaries - from Abbreviations to Wirtschaftsdeutsch.
An A-to-Z topic index for our many specialized and annotated English-German dictionaries and glossaries - from Abbreviations to Wirtschaftsdeutsch.
English-German Travel Glossary
An annotated English-to-German travel lexicon from your Guide.
An annotated English-to-German travel lexicon from your Guide.
Homophones in German
A German-English glossary of homophones in German - words that sound the same but are spelled differently.
A German-English glossary of homophones in German - words that sound the same but are spelled differently.
The Longest German Word?
German is known for having lengthy words, but is there really one word that qualifies as the longest German word?
German is known for having lengthy words, but is there really one word that qualifies as the longest German word?
The National Spelling Bee and German
Both the winning and losing words in the American 2006 Scripps National Spelling Bee came from German.
Both the winning and losing words in the American 2006 Scripps National Spelling Bee came from German.
German Film Quotes of the Day
An archive of daily quotations (in German and English) from Hollywood movies. "Here's lookin' at you, kid!"
An archive of daily quotations (in German and English) from Hollywood movies. "Here's lookin' at you, kid!"
German Idioms and Sayings
Our guide to expressions, sayings, proverbs, and idioms in German and English can help you find just the right way to express what you really want to say.
Our guide to expressions, sayings, proverbs, and idioms in German and English can help you find just the right way to express what you really want to say.
German Letter-Writing Guide
This personal letter-writing guide can help you with your letters or emails in German. Includes an English-German letter-writing phrasebook and sample letters.
This personal letter-writing guide can help you with your letters or emails in German. Includes an English-German letter-writing phrasebook and sample letters.
German Metric Calculator - Measurement Converter
Convert English measurements to metric or vice versa. A calculator for temperatures, recipes, distances, etc.
Convert English measurements to metric or vice versa. A calculator for temperatures, recipes, distances, etc.
German Verb Prefixes
All about separable and inseparable verbs and their prefixes.
All about separable and inseparable verbs and their prefixes.
The German Top 1000
Have you ever wondered what the top 500, 1,000 or 10,000 German words were? If you need to learn German vocabulary, just what words should you learn first? Which ones are most frequently used?
Have you ever wondered what the top 500, 1,000 or 10,000 German words were? If you need to learn German vocabulary, just what words should you learn first? Which ones are most frequently used?
How To Use a German Dictionary
A basic how-to on using a German-English dictionary.
A basic how-to on using a German-English dictionary.
Schwarzenegger Sign Text
The text of a special Arnold Schwarzenegger sign found in his hometown of Thal bei Graz, Austria - in German and English.
The text of a special Arnold Schwarzenegger sign found in his hometown of Thal bei Graz, Austria - in German and English.
Vocabulary Poster/Plakate English/German
The Goethe-Verlag publishes an illustrated poster showing cognates, words that are the same or similar in both languages. You can even print out a sample.
The Goethe-Verlag publishes an illustrated poster showing cognates, words that are the same or similar in both languages. You can even print out a sample.