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Juliane Klingenberg Nery

This course will give you a stable foundation for your endeavour of learning German.

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This course will give you a stable foundation for your endeavour of learning German.

In video lessons, I will guide you through lectures which are clearly structured, building up on each other and versatile, including not only grammar explanations, but also a lot of video-guided exercises, vocabulary, additional information. 

After having completed this second part, you will know how to confidently use the nominative and the accusative cases, you will be able to say more complex sentences using the negation with "kein" or "nicht", subordinate sentences ("weil" and "dass"), some irregular verbs and time indications. Of course, you will also learn a lot of new vocabulary.

Should questions come up while learning with my course, please feel free to ask me, I will be happy to answer them.

After completing parts 1 - 5 of the course, you should be able to complete the A1 exam. The levels A2 and B1 are available on my website.

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Learning objectives

  • Use the nominative and the accusative cases
  • Use the negation with "nicht" and "kein"
  • Use subordinate sentences with "weil" and "dass"
  • Know some irregular verbs
  • Correctly use time indications in sentences
  • Know the colors in german
  • Use german when shopping
  • Talk about breakfast, lunch and dinner

Syllabus

Tag 31 - Day 31

Herzlich willkommen! Welcome to the course!

This exercise is part of the oral part of the A1 and A2 exam at the Goethe institute. Can you present yourself?

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This is a downloadable exercise sheet about the nominative and the accusative that you can complete by yourself. The nominative is the subject of the sentence, then comes the verb, and then the object in the accusative. The first page is for masculine nouns, the second page for feminine nouns and the third one for neuter nouns.

Tag 32 - Day 32

This video is a review of the nominative and accusative (with adjectives). Do you feel comfortable using these two cases?

Tag 33 - Day 33

In this video, you will learn some sentences using "können" to say how well you are able to do things and we will review how to say that you like something. 

After the modal verbs, here are some more useful irregular verbs: "sehen", "lesen", "sprechen", "schlafen", "essen" and "wissen".

You will find some of the irregular verbs seen in the previous video in this song. Look out for them. You don't need to understand the whole text. You can download the file and listen to the song on Deezer.

Tag 34 - Day 34
Urlaub in Italien

What would these people like to do? Use "möchten" and the accusative case.

What can be done and what cannot be done? "Können" in positive and negative statements.

Tag 35 - Day 35
Test - Woche 5
Tag 36 - Day 36

We will read a dialogue in a café, learn the conjunctions "und", "oder", "aber". Say what you like and what you prefer. 

Das Geschenk
Tag 37 - Day 37

Learn the vocabulary you need to talk about your breakfast.

Das Frühstück

This video is about the plural of feminine nouns.

Tag 38 - Day 38

Do you remember how to conjugate the modal verbs?

Tag 39 - Day 39

In this video, you will learn how to negate sentences using "kein". 

And here is a song in which the negation "kein" is used a lot: "Keine Zeit". :) You can download the pdf and listen to the song on the internet.

Tag 40 - Day 40

In this video, you will learn how to say the days of the week, the different times of the day as well as some adverbs of frequency.

Tag 41 - Day 41

When we read these texts about breakfast, pay special attention to the time indications and the word order of the sentences.

And here is a video in which all the rules from the previous texts are explained one by one.

Tag 42 - Day 42
Test - Woche 6
Tag 43 - Day 43

Lean all the vocabulary necessary to say what you will have for lunch and dinner.

How do you say "to boil", "to fry", "to cook", ... in German?

A crazy song about "Käsebrot". Pay attention to the adjective ending of this neuter noun. 

Tag 44 - Day 44
Das neue Haus

Translating these sentences will show you how much you can actually already say in German!

Review the negation with "kein" for plural objects.

Tag 45 - Day 45

Wie sagt man "apple" auf Deutsch? How do you say "apple" in German?

The conjunctions "dass" and "weil" send the conjugated verb to the end of the subordinate sentence. Let's practise that!

Just lean back and listen to this intro theme to a German children's show titles "Benjamin Blümchen".
How much do you understand?

Tag 46 - Day 46

What do you say if you want to buy something at the bakery?

"Mögen" is used for nouns and "gern" is used for verbs.

Tag 47 - Day 47

This is a translation exercise in which we will review some of the vocabulary seen so far as well as the nominative and the accusative cases.

What fruit vocabulary do you remember from last class?

Schnell Obst einkaufen!

Wie sagt man "cucumber" auf Deutsch? How do you say "cucumber" in German?

Tag 48 - Day 48

Let's review the question pronouns: "Wann?", "Was?", "Wo?", "Wie", ...

Some herbs and spices.

Tag 49 - Day 49
Test - Woche 7
Tag 50 - Day 50

What vegetable vocabulary do you remember from last class?

In this set of irregular verbs, you will learn "geben", "nehmen", "werden", "waschen", "fahren" and "helfen".

In this video, we will do an exercise on the negation with "kein".

Tag 51 - Day 51

Here is another exercise on the negation "kein" and the accusative. This time let's add some adjectives.

The second type of negation is the one with "nicht". Where in the sentence do you have to put "nicht"?

Tag 52 - Day 52

Let's practise to use "nicht" in a sentence.

Wer bist du und was machst du?

This is a list of all the adjectives used throughout the course content of part one and two so far. Which ones do you remember?

Die Geschwister
Tag 53 - Day 53

In this video, we will answer questions with "Warum?" using "weil".

In what cases do you use "kein" and when do you use "nicht"?

Tag 54 - Day 54

This is an exercise on the accusative plural with and without negation.

Describe these funny faces, remember to use the right gender of the nouns and the right adjective endings for the accusative.

Vocabulary on body parts.

Tag 55 - Day 55

Test your vocabulary on body parts and learn some new words linked to them.

Answer the questions using "kein" and "nicht".

This song contains some of the vocabulary on body parts. Can you identify these words?

Tag 56 - Day 56
Test - Woche 8
Tag 57 - Day 57

Here is another exercise to review the conjugation of modal verbs.

Learn the colors in German.

Tag 58 - Day 58

Learn the conjunction of "halten", "tragen", "laufen", "treffen", "vergessen" and "lassen".

Introduction to some pieces of clothes and review of the nominative and the accusative.

Tag 59 - Day 59

Let's go shopping! :)

Vocabulary on clothes.

This is a children's song containing colors, clothes and professions. 

Tag 60 - Day 60

This video is an exercise on the nominative and the accusative plural.

And here is your homework. Do it in the same way as the previous exercise.

What will you learn in part 3 of my course "German for beginners"?

Good to know

Know what's good
, what to watch for
, and possible dealbreakers
Builds a strong foudnation for intermediate learners
Taught by Juliane Klingenberg Nery, who are recognized for their work in German
Explores German grammar and vocabulary, which is standard in German learning
Develops knowledge of German grammar and vocabulary, which are core skills for communicating in German
Taught by instructors who are native German speakers

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Beginner-friendly german course

Students say that they really appreciate the clear instructions and the moderate pace of this beginner German course. Many students say that this course is perfect for those who want to learn German for the first time, and is especially well-suited for casual learners.
Many students feel that this course makes learning German easy for beginners
"This course is perfect for those who want to learn German for the first time"
The teacher provides clear instructions throughout the course
"The teacher is clear and the pace is not too fast"

Activities

Be better prepared before your course. Deepen your understanding during and after it. Supplement your coursework and achieve mastery of the topics covered in German for beginners (A1 - Part 2/5) with these activities:
Practice negation
Practice using negation in German sentences to improve your understanding of this grammar concept.
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Career center

Learners who complete German for beginners (A1 - Part 2/5) will develop knowledge and skills that may be useful to these careers:
German Teacher
A German Teacher teaches German language and literature to students at various levels. German Teachers may work in public or private schools, or they may teach German as a second language at colleges or universities. This course, German for Beginners (A1 - Part 2/5), would be highly relevant to this career. It provides a solid foundation in German grammar and vocabulary, which is essential for effective teaching. The course also covers topics such as culture and history, which can help teachers to create engaging and informative lessons.
Translator
A Translator converts written or spoken text from one language to another. Translators may work in a variety of settings, including government agencies, businesses, and non-profit organizations. This course would be helpful for aspiring Translators, as it provides a strong foundation in German grammar and vocabulary. The course also covers topics such as culture and history, which can help Translators to produce accurate and culturally sensitive translations.
Interpreter
An Interpreter facilitates communication between people who speak different languages. Interpreters may work in a variety of settings, including healthcare, law enforcement, and business. This course would be helpful for aspiring Interpreters, as it provides a strong foundation in German grammar and vocabulary. The course also covers topics such as culture and history, which can help Interpreters to build rapport with clients and provide accurate and culturally sensitive interpretations.
Foreign Language Teacher
A Foreign Language Teacher teaches foreign languages to students at various levels. Foreign Language Teachers may work in public or private schools, or they may teach foreign languages as a second language at colleges or universities. This course would be helpful for aspiring Foreign Language Teachers, as it provides a strong foundation in German grammar and vocabulary. The course also covers topics such as culture and history, which can help Foreign Language Teachers to create engaging and informative lessons.
International Business Manager
An International Business Manager oversees the international operations of a company. International Business Managers may work in a variety of industries, including manufacturing, retail, and finance. This course would be helpful for aspiring International Business Managers, as it provides a strong foundation in German grammar and vocabulary. The course also covers topics such as culture and history, which can help International Business Managers to build relationships with clients and partners in Germany and other German-speaking countries.
Foreign Service Officer
A Foreign Service Officer represents the United States government abroad. Foreign Service Officers may work in a variety of roles, including diplomacy, trade, and development. This course would be helpful for aspiring Foreign Service Officers, as it provides a strong foundation in German grammar and vocabulary. The course also covers topics such as culture and history, which can help Foreign Service Officers to build relationships with people from Germany and other German-speaking countries.
Cultural Anthropologist
A Cultural Anthropologist studies the culture and society of different groups of people. Cultural Anthropologists may work in a variety of settings, including universities, museums, and non-profit organizations. This course may be helpful for aspiring Cultural Anthropologists, as it provides a foundation in German language and culture. The course covers topics such as German history, literature, and art, which can help Cultural Anthropologists to understand the German people and their way of life.
Historian
A Historian researches and writes about the past. Historians may work in a variety of settings, including universities, museums, and libraries. This course may be helpful for aspiring Historians, as it provides a foundation in German language and history. The course covers topics such as German history, literature, and art, which can help Historians to understand the German people and their history.
Journalist
A Journalist gathers, analyzes, and reports on news and current events. Journalists may work for a variety of media outlets, including newspapers, magazines, and television stations. This course may be helpful for aspiring Journalists, as it provides a foundation in German language and culture. The course covers topics such as German history, literature, and art, which can help Journalists to understand the German people and their way of life.
Librarian
A Librarian helps people find and use information. Librarians may work in a variety of settings, including public libraries, school libraries, and university libraries. This course may be helpful for aspiring Librarians, as it provides a foundation in German language and literature. The course covers topics such as German history, literature, and art, which can help Librarians to understand the German people and their culture.
Museum curator
A Museum Curator oversees the collection and display of museum artifacts. Museum Curators may work in a variety of museums, including art museums, history museums, and science museums. This course may be helpful for aspiring Museum Curators, as it provides a foundation in German language and culture. The course covers topics such as German history, literature, and art, which can help Museum Curators to understand the German people and their culture.
Travel Agent
A Travel Agent helps people plan and book travel. Travel Agents may work for a variety of travel agencies, including airlines, hotels, and tour operators. This course may be helpful for aspiring Travel Agents, as it provides a foundation in German language and culture. The course covers topics such as German history, literature, and art, which can help Travel Agents to understand the German people and their culture.
Event Planner
An Event Planner plans and coordinates events, such as weddings, conferences, and parties. Event Planners may work for a variety of clients, including individuals, businesses, and non-profit organizations. This course may be helpful for aspiring Event Planners, as it provides a foundation in German language and culture. The course covers topics such as German history, literature, and art, which can help Event Planners to understand the German people and their culture.
Tour Guide
A Tour Guide leads tours of historical, cultural, or natural sites. Tour Guides may work for a variety of organizations, including museums, historical societies, and travel agencies. This course may be helpful for aspiring Tour Guides, as it provides a foundation in German language and culture. The course covers topics such as German history, literature, and art, which can help Tour Guides to understand the German people and their culture.
Customer Service Representative
A Customer Service Representative provides customer service to customers. Customer Service Representatives may work for a variety of businesses, including retail stores, banks, and call centers. This course may be helpful for aspiring Customer Service Representatives, as it provides a foundation in German language and culture. The course covers topics such as German history, literature, and art, which can help Customer Service Representatives to understand the German people and their culture.

Reading list

We've selected 13 books that we think will supplement your learning. Use these to develop background knowledge, enrich your coursework, and gain a deeper understanding of the topics covered in German for beginners (A1 - Part 2/5).
This dictionary is another great option for looking up words and phrases. It is also available online, so you can access it from any device.
This dictionary great resource for looking up words and phrases. It is small and portable, so you can take it with you wherever you go.
This reference book must-have for any German learner. It provides a comprehensive list of 501 German verbs, with their conjugations and examples.
Provides a comprehensive and authoritative overview of German grammar, written in German. It valuable reference tool for students who are proficient in German and want to have the most up-to-date information on German grammar.
This pocket-sized grammar guide great resource for quick reference. It covers all the essential grammar rules, with clear explanations and examples.
This textbook good choice for students who want to learn German through immersion. It uses authentic materials, such as新聞, radio broadcasts, and interviews, to teach the language.
Looking for more reading practice outside of the classroom? These 20 short stories are designed for beginners and meant to captivate and engage you as you read in German.
As part of the famous "For Dummies" series, this book assumes you know nothing about the German language. It is written in a clear and concise style, with plenty of examples and exercises.
Provides a collection of exercises and drills that help students to practice and improve their German grammar skills. It useful supplement to the course, as it provides additional practice opportunities.
Is perfect for visual learners. It uses clear and simple diagrams to explain German grammar and vocabulary.
Provides a comprehensive list of German vocabulary words, along with their English translations. It useful reference tool for students who want to expand their German vocabulary.
Provides a concise overview of German grammar, focusing on the essential rules and structures that students need to know. It useful reference tool for students who want to review the basics of German grammar.

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