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Practice German For Free!

At the Goethe-Institut , you learn German from professionals. At home or at anywhere else, you can continue practising German at your own pace, with our digital offers, for free! We have developed lots of free media for you to practise your German: from apps with learning materials, videos, podcasts and games to social media and community supports. No matter how well you already speak German and why you want to improve: the main thing is that you get started - and have fun doing it.

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Learning app
German trainer A1

How do I count or tell the time in German? What is this dish called? How do I say please and thank you? This app for level A1 is a great way to start learning German, free of charge. The focus is on listening, reading, writing and learning important first words.

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Your free online community
Deutsch für dich

Learning is better together: In our online community, you will find more than 260 German exercises for all levels, free of charge – as well as other people to practise with. Meet new people, compare notes and improve your language skills together.

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Information and tips
Mein Weg nach Deutschland

Are you planning to move to Germany? Then you've come to the right place. Find important information about living and working in Germany – in German (levels A1 to B2) or in a language of your choice – with texts, videos and maps.

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Learn German with Ida

Hi! I'm Ida, your German teacher on YouTube. I will help you learn grammar and new words, as well as  give you tips on living in Germany. My videos are easiest to understand if you can already speak some German (best suited to levels A2 to B1) and are completely free.

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Learning app
Get to know Germany

In German or a language of your choice: This free app will teach you all about Germany – what it is like to live here and about the country's history. You will find a range of interactive exercises, a quiz and videos to help you practice German easily and free of charge – at home or on the road.

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Online game
The missing painting

A painting from the museum has gone missing. Help the police and find the picture together with your friends Anna and Basti. Your score will show you how well you already know German.
An educational game for children aged 7 to 10 on the beginner level A1.1.
 

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Spiel
Lern Deutsch - Die Stadt der Wörter

Lern Deutsch - Die Stadt der Wörter ist ein Online Spiel auf dem Sprachniveau A1. Das Spiel ist ohne Download am Desktop oder in einer App auf Tablet oder Smartphone spielbar, im Einzel- oder Multiplayermodus.

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Learning app
Lirica – learn German with music

With the Lirica app, you can learn languages in the way that's most fun: with music. Discover well-known German-speaking musicians, listen to their songs and do matching exercises.

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Ticket to Berlin

The video series accompanies six young people, on their way to Berlin, on a journey across Germany. Split into two teams, they face exciting challenges and get to know German cities. German language learners will find exercises (level B1 and above) and material to download for each episode.

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Exercises: A new country, a new job
German at work

Practise German for your job – free of charge! These exercises for skill levels A1 to B2 will show you what it’s like to work in Germany through interviews, films, and more. You’ll gain not only language skills, but also the answers to important cultural questions – for example: how many days of paid leave do people in Germany get?

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Online game: Discover your superpowers!
Superhero campus

You can gain superpowers in this online game! Learn new words and sentences for your work with the help of your avatar. Can you protect the city from the evil scorpion?

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Online game
Undercover Mission in the Hospital

This online game is a fun way to learn about what it is like to work in a hospital – auf Deutsch! As an undercover nurse, your mission is to find out who has stolen the valuable jewels! While on the case, you’ll learn invaluable vocabulary for the medical profession.

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Videos: daily life in Germany
Deutschlandlabor

Practise German for your job – free of charge! These exercises for skill levels A1 to B2 will show you what it’s like to work in Germany through interviews, films, and more. You’ll gain not only language skills, but also the answers to important cultural questions – for example: how many days of paid leave do people in Germany get?

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Podcast "kurz & bündig"
About politics, business and society

This podcast focuses on topics from politics, business and society in Germany and around the world. For example, how European is Germany? What is the the state of trading relations with China? The listening texts are in German and suitable for levels B2/C1.

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Podcast "Superfrauen"
About feminism, culture and society

This podcast focuses on stories about women from all over the world. However different they may be, they all have one thing in common: they are role models. The paths they have taken through life are fascinating, smart and brave. The listening texts are in German and suitable for levels B2/C1. 

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