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German Lessons in Cork
As one of the most spoken languages in the world, particularly in Europe, German is considered one of the key languages of global business. The main reason behind this popularity is simple: Germany is the largest economy in the continent, with the fourth-largest GDP in the world. So, if you are looking to connect with German businesses locally or abroad, start learning German in Cork and broaden your professional horizons. Clear communication is a crucial element of business success and globalisation has ensured that companies are more connected than ever before, meaning you will find many businesses in Cork that use German as their working language, like McAfee or Advancing People.
Need more motivation to learn the language? Don’t let its seemingly inaccessible, long compound words intimidate you. German and English share the same linguistic branch and almost 50% of their vocabulary. Impressive, right? Furthermore, they share many grammatical items, such as the English irregular verbs, which closely resemble strong German verbs in their inflections. Reach out to us at Listen & Learn and our native-speaking instructors will share tips and tricks for you to understand the nuances of the language and become fluent in a short time.
Of course, to be proficient in German you’ll also need to be able to practise outside the classroom. Luckily, Cork has more than 1,200 residents who speak German as a first or second language, meaning you’ll always find opportunities to put your skills to the test. For example, you can join the Language Exchange Cork Meetup to meet like-minded people while putting your German skills to use. Reach out to us today, and soon you’ll be able to hold a conversation in German using idioms and informal vocabulary!
The type of courses we offer:
Face-to-Face 1-to-1 (Individual) General German
These lessons in German are wide-ranging by nature and are driven towards students who have a variety of differing needs. All beginner students will expect to study enough survival German to get them through a short visit to the country. Those who choose to continue with the lessons will progress differently, depending on their individual requests and requirements. Whether you are buying property in a foreign country, married to a foreign national, planning a round-the-world trip, interested in German history and culture or if you simply want to attain a particular level of German, this is the choice for you. Enquire now about our German Courses or Take A Free German Level Test
Face-to-Face 1-to-1 (Individual) Business German
These lessons in German are meant for those who feel that learning German would make a change in their work. For starters, it is expedient to learn how to say hello/goodbye, as well as basic business protocol; once the basics have been mastered, reading and writing come to the fore. Students who have greatly benefited have been involved in import/export, international negotiations and acquisitions, jobseekers in multinational companies where another language is required and those working in the international academia and government circuits. Even in our most fundamental beginner's lesson, students can anticipate ending the lesson with basic telephone German and e-mail German skills for communicating, as well as survival German if a short visit to the country is needed. Enquire now about our German Courses or Take A Free German Level Test
Face-to-Face Closed (Private) Group General or Business German
Two or more people can benefit from 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 at the same time. 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
Google Meet or Zoom Online 1-to-1 (Individual) General or Business German
Our native-speaking qualified German teachers can instruct you and your group at your work or at home at a time most convenient for you. Classes can take place on any day of the week—even weekends—morning, afternoon or evening. If meeting at your office or home is not suitable, you can take your lessons at the trainer's office. Study materials are supplied for you. Enquire now about our German Courses or Take A Free German Level Test
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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