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Resources For You
Settling into Germany is an exciting (sometimes stressful) adventure and we know adjusting to a new culture can come with a bit of a learning curve. To help make your transition a bit easier, we’ve gathered a few of our favorite resources: from top-rated language schools to our favorite podcasts. Start feeling like a local in no time!
Favorite Podcasts
Easy German
The Easy German podcast offers a fantastic way to tune your ear to the language through authentic, everyday conversations about life and culture in Germany, spoken at a slow, easy-to-follow pace perfect for learners.
News in Slow German
News in Slow German is the perfect way to stay up-to-date with current events while building your vocabulary, delivering weekly news stories at a relaxed, approachable pace that won't leave you feeling overwhelmed.
tagesschau in 100 Sek.
For a quick daily update, Tagesschau in 100 Sekunden delivers Germany's top news stories in just under two minutes, offering a bite-sized way to challenge your listening skills with native-speed German.
Language Schools
Learning German is one of the best ways to truly feel at home and connect with people, below we've highlighted a few favorite language schools to help you start conversing with confidence.
Known for its interactive, small-group classes and flexible schedules, DeutschAkademie is a fantastic and affordable option to help you quickly build confidence in your conversational German.
Considered the gold standard for language education, the Goethe-Institut—Germany's official cultural institute—offers comprehensive, highly respected courses and globally recognized certifications for learners at any level.
With its cozy atmosphere and a strong focus on practical conversation, speakeasy provides a relaxed, modern environment designed to get you speaking German confidently in everyday situations.
Favorite Apps
DeepL
Widely considered one of the most accurate and natural-sounding translation tools available, DeepL is an absolute must-have app for smoothly navigating everything from official German documents to everyday text messages.
Seedlang
Created in partnership with the Easy German team, Seedlang uses interactive, real-life video flashcards and entertaining stories to help you master pronunciation, build vocabulary, and speak authentic German with confidence.
Busuu
Combining structured, bite-sized lessons with a unique community feature that connects you with native German speakers for personalized feedback, Busuu is an excellent tool for mastering real-life conversations on your own schedule.
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