German Facts
32% of citizens in the EU-15 countries claim to be able to converse in German, either as a mother tongue or a second language
One of the world's major languages, German is closely linked to English and Dutch
Germany is spoken primarily in Germany, Austria, Liechtenstein, Luxembourg and Switzerland, as well as in some border villages of Denmark - though German-speaking communities have survived in places such as Hungary, Russia and Kazakhstan
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Meine Familie
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Ich habe zwei Geschwister, eine große Schwester und einen kleinen Bruder. Ich mag beide sehr gerne. Wir verstehen uns gut. Meine Schwester ist fast fertig mit der Schule. Sie will Mathematik studieren an der Universität. Mein Bruder geht noch in den Kindergarten. Er will später einmal Busfahrer werden. Ich weiß noch nicht, was ich werden will, wenn ich groß bin.
Meine Mutter, die ich nur Mama nenne, ist eine gute Köchin. Am liebsten esse ich ihre Nudeln mit Tomatensauce. Aber die Pfannkuchen sind auch sehr gut. Sie kann sehr gut malen. Überall in unserem Haus hängen ihre Bilder. Die Bilder sind sehr schön.
Mein Vater, den ich nur Papa nenne, muss leider viel arbeiten. Aber am Wochenende sind wir alle zusammen und unternehmen verschiedene Sachen.
Manchmal gehen wir in das Schwimmbad, manchmal machen wir eine Radtour und manchmal bleiben wir zu Hause. Mein Papa kann sehr gut Geschichten erzählen.
Wenn jemand aus unserer Familie Geburtstag hat, kommen alle anderen Familienmitglieder zu Besuch. Meine Tanten und Onkel mit ihren Kindern und meine Großeltern. Meine Großeltern nenne ich immer Oma und Opa. Sie sind schon sehr alt. Meine Oma hat graue Haare und mein Opa hat ein Glatze. Aber das stört ihn nicht.
German Courses in Cardiff
Our German speakers, fully qualified to teach their native tongue, can train you and, if need be, the rest of your group at a time that is suitable to you, at your home or place of work. Sessions can take place on the day of your choosing - even weekends - and at the time you want: whether it be morning, afternoon or evening. If circumstances arise where your home or office is not convenient, the classes can be held at your trainer's office. Resources for the course are provided for you.
Book now / EnquiryGerman 1 to 1 Business
Those who would benefit the most from these German tutorials are those who feel they need to learn German to help them out in their business lives. For starters, learning salutations and business etiquette is integral; once these have been practiced then reading and writing courses can start. Typical studiers have been those involved in international import/export, negotiations and acquisitions, those in multinational companies requiring another language, and those working in any way with international governments and relevant administration. Just our simplest course for beginners will have students finishing the lessons with basic telephone and e-mail German, as well as survival German should a visit to the country be necessary.
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German courses of this type are broader and are aimed towards students with a variety of requirements. While all beginner level students will cover survival German - needed for short visits to countries where English isn't widely spoken, or if you wish to 'go local'; those studying German usually go in different directions at this point, depending on what they need. Those who have benefitted from these German classes have been those investing in or buying property overseas, those married to overseas nationals, people setting off on a round-the-world trip, enthusiasts in German culture, and those enthusiastic to pass a specific exam in German.
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Courses in German are also accessible for 2 or more studying in tandem (Two-to-One German Course or Small Group In-Company German Course). All those involved must have around the same experience of the language, similar needs of areas of proficiency, and must be able to work at the same time and place. Bookings must be made for all students at the same time. Listen & Learn do not advise classes of more than 6-8 people, although In-Company Taster German sessions can be run with as many as 12 people.
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Cardiff
Cardiff is the capital of Wales, found on the south coast of the country, and is the largest and most important city in the country, with a population of roughly 320,000. It came to prominence in the early 19th century as a major port for the transport of coal. It was made a city in 1905 as it grew to become the largest settlement in Wales and became a major centre of culture, sport and history in the UK. It is also a centre for tourism, with many hotels, restaurants and retail outlets thriving in the city centre.
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"Our native speaker qualified German language teachers can train you and your colleagues at your office or home at a time to suit you. Classes can be any day of the week (even weekends) in the morning."
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