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German Lessons in Aberdeen
Among the many languages you can hear in Aberdeen, German is one of the most popular. In fact, according to the 2011 census, it’s among the ten most commonly used languages in the city, with almost a thousand speakers. This makes Aberdeen a great place to learn this wonderful language, as you’ll have many chances to meet native speakers that live in the city and take part in the many local festivals that celebrate German culture.
If you’re interested in starting a language course in the city, you’ll be happy to know that there are many advantages to learning German. With over 230 million speakers around the world, it’s one of the most-spoken languages in Europe, which means that becoming a German speaker can make your travelling much easier and also make you feel at home in many countries like Austria, Switzerland, and Luxembourg. German can also help you earn more money, as according to a study made by the Economist, people that speak German make more money on average than speakers of other languages. In short, no matter why you decide to start learning German, this captivating language will boost your confidence, expand your horizons, and make you feel like a citizen of the world.
Why Study German in Aberdeen?
Learn German for Work and Travel
Germany is among the top five UK trading partners so, as you can imagine, local companies are always looking to hire applicants who can speak German to improve their business relations with foreign companies. This means that if you become a fluent German speaker, you’ll have access to well-paid positions in Aberdeen such as Project Surveyor for Petroplan, Business Development Executive for Randox and German Localisation QA Tester for PTW. What’s more, if you’re interested in working in the energy sector, the Aberdeen Chamber of Commerce is partnering up with German companies to bring world-class German speakers to the city to talk about the importance of energy efficiency in the 21st century and lay the foundation for future cooperation between local and German companies, so studying would open up many opportunities for you in the future.
Learn German for Social
At the Annual General Mayhem, a local festival that celebrates the best street food and beer in Aberdeen, you’ll be able to try authentic German street food. The festival, which takes place in June at the Hazlehead Park, located at Hazlehead Ave, features many food stalls, and great live music. If you pay a visit to Edelwurst Catering, one of the local businesses that will be part of the festival, you’ll be able to try dishes like bratwurst, currywurst, schnitzel and frikadellen. The best thing about their food is that it’s completely sourced from Germany and their frikadellen burgers are made by the local award-winning butcher Ewan Morrice.
Another fun event you can’t miss in the city is the annual Oktoberfest, which celebrates Bavarian culture. It takes place at the Castle Gate, located at Castlegate Square, and it showcases the best German food and beer, as well as great live music, traditional dances and an amazing decoration that will make you feel like you’ve been transported to the Bavaria state in Germany. In addition to sitting at one of the long tables and being served by waiters and waitresses that are dressed in Dirndl and Lederhosen, it’s a great chance to learn some traditional German songs and try the delicious giant beer specially made for the event.
Learn German for Culture
If you want to meet others who share your interest in the German language and want to learn more about the German, Swiss or Austrian culture, you should attend the free meetings organized by the German Society of Aberdeen. They meet once a month for language exchange events, social meetings and other kinds of events like film screenings and talks at the University of Aberdeen and other venues around the city. You don’t need to have an advanced level to attend, so even if you’re a complete beginner, this meetup is a great way to start developing your skills and make like-minded friends.
Where to learn German in and around Aberdeen?
Are you learning German on your own? If so, you should check out the many resources available at the Aberdeen Central Library, which is located at Rosemount Viaduct. Here, you’ll find useful audiobooks like Sing and Learn German, perfect for beginners who want to learn easy German songs and Talk Now! Learn German, which will help you speak more confidently. On the other hand, if you want to work on your reading skills, there’s a great book called Short Stories in German for Beginners, which was written especially for students from beginner to intermediate level, and features eight captivating stories in a variety of compelling genres that go from science fiction and crime to history and thriller. However, as you may know, learning on your own will make learning German a much more arduous process. If you want to become a fluent speaker as fast as possible, your best choice in Aberdeen is Listen & Learn. You can start by checking out our website, which has a free German level test you can do in fifteen minutes that can be really useful to assess your skill level. After that, simply send us a quick enquiry, and we’ll connect you with one of our qualified German tutors that will tailor a language course based on your interests, language level and goals.
The type of courses we offer:
Face-to-Face 1-to-1 (Individual) General German
German lessons 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 benefited 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 for German culture and those hoping to pass a specific exam in German. Enquire now about our German Courses or Take A Free German Level Test
Face-to-Face 1-to-1 (Individual) Business German
These German lessons are driven towards people who have a requirement to learn German to bolster their work output. For novices, you will find it useful to learn basic greetings and business etiquette. Once you have become more proficient, then reading and writing will come to the fore. Typical students include those concerned with imports and exports, those seeking work in multinational companies, international negotiations and anyone working with international colleagues or administration. Even in our most rudimentary lesson for beginnners, students can expect to finish with decent telephone and e-mail German, as well as a good enough grip on the language for a short trip to the country where the language is spoken. Enquire now about our German Courses or Take A Free German Level Test
Face-to-Face Closed (Private) Group General or Business German
If there are 2 or more of you with the same level of German, the same goals sought for the language and be able to study at the same time and location, then you'll be happy to know that these German lessons can also be made available with Two-to-One German Lessons or Small Group In-Company German Lessons. Listen & Learn does not generally recommend classes with more than 6-8 people, though Taster lessons in German can run with up to 12 people. Bookings must be made for all participants at the same time. Enquire now about our German Courses or Take A Free German Level Test
Skype, Google Meet or Zoom Online 1-to-1 (Individual) General or Business German
You and your group can be trained by our native speaker qualified German teachers and can meet at your place of work or home at a time that works best for you. Tutorials can take place any day of the week, including weekends, and can be scheduled for the morning, afternoon or evening. If your home or office is not fitting for you, you can attend the lesson at the teacher's offices. You will be provided with all relevant lesson materials. Enquire now about our German Courses or Take A Free German Level Test
Skype, Google Meet or Zoom Online Group (Closed or Open) General or Business German
Two or more people can benefit studying German together as these German lessons are also offered to groups (Two-to-One German Lessons or Small Group In-Company German Lessons). Every student must have the same degree of knowledge of the language, the same business or language needs and the ability to study at the same time and place as everybody else. The booking has to be made for all students simultaneously. Listen & Learn does not advocate group sessions of more than 6-8 people, though Taster German Lessons can be experienced by up to 12 people. Enquire now about our German Courses or Take A Free German Level Test
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Babylon Berlin - Netflix Series
Babylon Berlin is the perfect choice for those looking to learn more about German history while improving their vocabulary and understanding of the language. Set in 1929, it follows Police Detective Rath, a troubled professional who comes to Weimar to investigate a terrible crime and ends up uncovering a political conspiracy that puts his life at risk. Praised for its historical accuracy, you will learn a lot about Germany during the Weimar Republic era by watching Babylon Berlin, and practise your German comprehension skills at the same time. Furthermore, you’ll hear conversational German, which can be quite different from the language that features in textbooks. Click here to know more about this gripping seriesgerman Entertainment
Oktoberfest - German Festival
This Bavarian festival has been celebrated since the 17th century and, today, it is replicated all over the world, including in the UK. Meet up with your friends to enjoy delicious German food, like strudel or bratwurst, and taste high-quality German beer. Impress your friends and loved ones by ordering food in German with your flawless pronunciation. Plus, many bands that perform at these events sing in German, so you’ll get to put your foreign language skills into practice more than ever before. Slip into some Lederhosen or Dirndls and prepare to drink and sing all night long at this fantastic event. Follow the official page for more info on Oktoberfest!Goodbye, Lenin! - German Film
If you’d like to take your German listening skills to the next level while having some fun, watching hilarious movies, like Goodbye, Lenin!, is a great idea. The movie is set in communist Germany in 1989. In this context, a woman named Christiane suffers a heart attack and falls into a coma. When she finally recovers, the Berlin Wall has fallen and Germany is no longer communist. As the doctor warns her son, Alex, that a new shock could kill her, the film follows his series of absurd and hilarious attempts to protect her from the truth. Click here to find more about Goodbye Lenin!german Youtube Channels
Gronkh
Gronkh is a German gamer who expresses his feelings while playing games on his computer and consoles. His channel is great for advanced-level students who love games and want to increase their German vocabulary and slang by watching fun, entertaining videos. Although he uses many idiomatic expressions that will likely be unknown to beginners, his cadence is slow and his style is well-known to gamers, so you won’t have problems understanding what he is saying. Anyway, if there is something you don’t understand, you can always turn on YouTube’s auto-generated subtitles. Watch his videos here!german Youtube Channels
Yummypilgrim
Are you looking for entertaining videos in simple German to build up your vocabulary and develop your listening comprehension skills? Then, you should definitely subscribe to Yummypilgrim, a YouTube channel that deals with topics like food, travel and lifestyle. Beginners can watch her easy-to-follow recipes, as the pace is slow and everything the YouTuber says has corresponding subtitles. One of her most interesting playlists is called “Food Haul”, where she buys food from around the world and tastes it, explaining what each item is and where it is from. Watch her content here!FlyingPandas
German brothers Julien and Lee create parodies, stunts and pranks, usually shot with slow motion. They have a great production team, so the quality of the channel is frequently praised. Even their behind-the-scenes videos are fun! The content is really entertaining to watch and it’s a great opportunity to acquire some informal vocabulary and slang. The channel includes subtitles and even highlights key words, so the videos are easy to follow and understand, even if you’re a beginner-level student. Click here to subscribe!german Songs
Lili Marlene - Marlene Dietrich
Lili Marlene is a popular love song that has been covered by countless German artists. Marlene Dietrich’s version is the most well-known because of its slow cadence and the singer’s beautiful voice. The lyrics are captivating, with lots of descriptive adjectives that make it perfect for intermediate German students who want to increase their vocabulary while listening to great music. For example, you’ll learn words to describe people, like stunning (atemberaubend), beautiful (wunderschönen) or bewitching (bezaubernd). Keep the lyrics to hand and give this song a try at karaoke with friends! Listen to the song here!german Songs
99 Luftballons - Nena
There are a lot of protest songs in German, which are great not only to put your language skills into practice, but also to learn about the country’s history and culture. The song 99 Luftballons describes the political situation of Germany in the 1980s. It talks about people in West Germany releasing helium balloons, which are viewed as missiles by East Germans. This song will be better understood by advanced students of German, as it includes a great variety of tenses and vocabulary related to war and politics, like ministers (Ministerin), president (Präsident) and missiles (Raketen). Listen to the song here!Du Hast - Rammstein
Rammstein is an iconic German band that produces music that caters to every taste. Even if you’re not a true fan of industrial metal, you’ll certainly find songs you like to practise your German skills and increase your vocabulary. For example, Du Hast is a very popular song that has been used in well-known films, like The Matrix, so you’ll certainly recognise it from the start. It’s easy lyrics (Du hast - You got me) repeat many times throughout the song, making this song a great option for beginners looking to learn German through music. Listen to the song here!Testimonials
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