How to learn German? Resources, methods, and study plan

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  • @zoe.languages
    @zoe.languages  Рік тому +142

    To access more learning resources or to exchange ideas with other language learners, feel free to join our Discord server: discord.gg/GRC5AanuhP

    • @hamzahalattab1497
      @hamzahalattab1497 Рік тому

      BTW, you need to learn English first

    • @peternjuguna626
      @peternjuguna626 Рік тому +2

      I accessed Lingoda using your promo code and payed 34$. Haven't gotten any response yet. How long does it take?

    • @lareina.delsur
      @lareina.delsur Рік тому

      turkish? howw 😮

    • @lonalona-xh7fi
      @lonalona-xh7fi Рік тому

      اتعلمت المانى من زمان ومش عايزة فيديوهات مملة وياريت الجماعة الآسيوية والأفارقة وعصاباتهم يسبونى فى حالى

    • @tolgaucar-gl1vm
      @tolgaucar-gl1vm 11 місяців тому

      As an English linguist and being a Turkish Cypriot (my native language Turkish)how long will it take for me to learn German fluently and at an advanced level in an intensified course?

  • @ramose83
    @ramose83 Рік тому +2663

    Very important about German: it is actually a very easy language to learn and pronounce; that is if you know the exact writing and spelling rules, pronouncing rules and the grammer. Grammer is very important in the German language. In th past there were a book which was called "Deuschtsprachlehre für Ausländer" or something like that. Go through his book back and force several times and learn German Grammer like Mathematics as it is very systematic ... and you would get surprised ... All the other tips and advice which you are giving here are certainly very valuable ...

    • @imnylaray
      @imnylaray Рік тому +42

      Do you know the author by chance? I was going to purchase the book, but I’m not sure which one it is since there’s multiple versions that come up in google.

    • @algirdasltu1389
      @algirdasltu1389 Рік тому +17

      Yeah its all very natural to me except the r bro

    • @rasiste-ek2zz
      @rasiste-ek2zz Рік тому +42

      German is very difficult to pronounce for French people.
      As you know in German all the letters are pronounced and there is no connection between words, in french that's all the contrary.
      As a french people, I am oblige to concentrate, contract my abs and my jaw to speak german. German is an extrem unconfortable and non-natural language to hear and speak for french people

    • @art4_u
      @art4_u Рік тому +63

      I think there is no easy language to learn because it depends on your mother language. I have learned for 4 languages and i believe that.

    • @shyness.robloxx9901
      @shyness.robloxx9901 Рік тому +19

      @@art4_u Thats totally true. An English speaker would say Irish is an easy language to learn. Same happens with Aussie people who find easy to learn English.

  • @tomate3391
    @tomate3391 2 роки тому +1444

    "They speak too fast" is a complain which can you hear for nearly every new language :D When I as a German started to learning Spanish, I literally understand nothing for month . Than, bit by bit it went better. I started to understand people who did not speak too fast, and after another bunch of time I finally begun to understand Spanish in its normal speed and that can be very fast . Next step was to understand with a slighty different pronounciation or from another Spanish speaking country.
    In language learning there is no secret. Keep learning. Sooner or later you will make progress.

    • @corypheus1316
      @corypheus1316 2 роки тому +25

      Currently I am learning your native language for my university. You guys have a pretty hard language! :D Ich wünche dir guten Tag !

    • @ritanwoye7079
      @ritanwoye7079 2 роки тому +1

      @@corypheus1316 ll} ll)

    • @adrianoaires6958
      @adrianoaires6958 2 роки тому +11

      "Deutsche Sprache schwere Sprache"

    • @tomate3391
      @tomate3391 2 роки тому +12

      @@corypheus1316 Yeah, I guess at the beginning it is a little bit harder.
      But keep learning, sooner or later you get it.
      Ich wünsche dir auch *einen* guten Tag!

    • @corypheus1316
      @corypheus1316 2 роки тому +3

      @@tomate3391 Yeah I will keep going , einen guten Tag, danke 😇

  • @unnik861
    @unnik861 8 місяців тому +47

    Zoe I found a new trick lately about listening (maybe helpful to me at least) I’m listening to podcast in a 1.25 speed (faster than usual) accidentally one day and i realized I can pick up some words even so its faster. Once I’m used to this speed after an episode I relisten to it in the regular speed, and its actually allowing me to pick up more words as it sounds “slower”

    • @ohhellooooo
      @ohhellooooo 2 місяці тому +1

      can you recommend a german podcast if u know?

    • @unnik861
      @unnik861 2 місяці тому +5

      @ yes, for A1-A2 level I recommend Easy German (podcast and youtube channel), Deutsch Lernen, and some news podcast like “die Nachrichten” by Deutschlandfunk. For B1 level I would recommend you to explore podcast that you may find interested (totally fine if it’s very comprehensive German). For me I like Fast & Curious, and Lifestyle of Longevity

    • @unnik861
      @unnik861 2 місяці тому +1

      @ see above :)

    • @ohhellooooo
      @ohhellooooo 2 місяці тому

      @@unnik861 tysm

  • @Lnetta2Lteezy
    @Lnetta2Lteezy 2 роки тому +177

    This was just the motivation I needed to pick back up on German in 2023! I did the lingoda super sprint this year and really pushed through. I'm excited to get back to it and be more diligent with my self study again, danke Zoe!

  • @michaelvonfriedrich3924
    @michaelvonfriedrich3924 Рік тому +108

    Wow!!!! You really hit it on point. I've been doing pretty much as you described in your video: Easy German, Nikos Weg, Tages Shau, different podcasts, German Documentaries History, Nature, and Science. And I did finally attend a private language school for 10 weeks for 3 sessions per week for 1 1-2 hours per session to help in the reduction of my accent, increase fluency, and of course work on my bad grammar. I still have a long way to go but it's paying off. Thank you for your guidance and additional tips in mastering a new language.

  • @ViajeniBree
    @ViajeniBree 2 роки тому +368

    I’ve been self-studying German on my own since 2021 but it’s interrupted because of work. I passed Goethe Zertifikat A1 by just using DW resources!! It’s my favorite resource, esp Nico’s Weg. I keep using it. My target is C1 😍 It’s great to watch this video. Thanks for sharing your personal journey! You have very useful tips!

    • @regimohuseynov9350
      @regimohuseynov9350 Рік тому +2

      How long have you learnt a1?

    • @ViajeniBree
      @ViajeniBree Рік тому +23

      @@regimohuseynov9350 I prepared for the A1 test in 3 weeks by answering model tests! ☺️ But watching Nico’s Weg before that really helped me get familiarized with the language which made is easy for me to review for the test.

    • @TheInternetFan
      @TheInternetFan Рік тому +4

      wow! Good luck for your next exam, I too have your same goal as a self-taught student.

    • @keepcontinue
      @keepcontinue Рік тому

      So how is it going right now? What is your level?

    • @arvindagrawal2449
      @arvindagrawal2449 Рік тому +1

      What is DW resource? Which website are you referring Lingoda as ‘DW’

  • @livingbettereveryday
    @livingbettereveryday 5 днів тому +3

    Some Notes for me and if you pople want as well:
    A1:
    1. Start taking lessons from Lingoda… try their sprint challenge, you can get cashback as well so yay.
    2. Nicos weg: For each lesson, theres a short video, firstly follow the lessons as you’re just beginning to learn, and after you’re done with the lessons and noted down stuff which you needed to, go back to the videos. Rewrite the script of the video. Yes, the script. Don’t be lazy for it. Read the grammar and vocabulary at the end of the videos. Don’t rush.
    3. Anki: (for level a1 to b1) Download a goethe deck for vocabulary learning. Just search and download the goethe deck for your required level on anki. Whenever you learn a new word, always write it down WITH an example sentence. It will help you build your deck better.
    4. Dictionary: Reverso. Save new words in your favourites and do repitations. Start doing conjugation exercises, build a list of words in an excel or notebook.
    A2:
    1. Main resource: Nicos weg and Lingoda. A lesson on nicos weg, and targetting your weaknesses by taking a communication lingoda group lesson.
    2. If you want to target your grammar, do grammatik aktiv.
    3. Follow a short article with nachrichten leicht.
    4. Listen to songs, podcasts, videos, from like easy german … and a good podcast is “Deutsch Podcast”. Don’t try to understand everything… just listen while doing chores. Doing all this will help you build the immersion environment which you will require later.
    B1:
    1. Nicos weg and lingoda still work, but now nachrichten leicht will seem too easy, so try the website “news in slow german”, and have the speed set to 1-1.5x. You’ll learn more topics and vocabulary, note em down.
    2. Podcast recommended for this: Easy german podcast. You can also start listening to audiobooks before going to bed, just write the name of the book and add “hÖrbuch” after the name.
    3. Start watching vlogs in german, common everyday life stuffs. Just search “Der vlog”.
    4. Think and talk to yourself only in german. Try talking to friends about more complicated topics in german.
    B2-C1:
    1. Increase your study time, give yourself more exercises, try to get as much efficient as possible. And…
    2. Immersion. Expose yourself to the language as much as much as possible, cut down on exercises from the book grammatik aktiv, and also don’t be taking notes all the time. As it might be overwhelming.
    3. To learn everyday life german: Start watching german movies and series (YAY DARK REWATCH) as easy german podcast at this level will be too easy. Here is a list of some movies and serieses in german to watch: (BUT START WITH DARK (for me lol))
    4. To learn academic/proffesional german: Watch ZDFheaute Nachrichten or tagesschau (yt channels) while having breakfast or like lunch or something, Watch proffesional content, like documenteries, notes or something… try watching university lectures, or school lectures of phy, chem, maths or cs, it interests you too and itll help you build more vocabulary in german. Read papers in german OUT LOUD. Like research papers or newspapers, but read them out loud. And note down where you get stuck and practice them everyday.
    5. Save the new words in your reverso favourites and go through the repitition exercises. You’ll learn a lot of new words while watching these lectures and stuff so
    “Es ist noch kein meister vom Himmel gefallen”
    All the besttt

  • @Without-8
    @Without-8 Рік тому +63

    My notes:
    A1
    1. No more than two sources for learning. Not doing can baffle you or confuse
    2. Of course, you're supposed to learn basic thing and constantly repeat them in order to build solid start.
    3. Nico's weg --- finish a couple of lessons then return and the lessons' script pay attention to gram. And do not hurry to learn as much as possible
    4.Anki could be used to build up your vocabulary.
    5.Reverso a good dictionary which help you learn a word...
    A2 in process..

    • @johannaashimbanga1600
      @johannaashimbanga1600 10 місяців тому

      I am starting with A1 now.

    • @muiwish3178
      @muiwish3178 4 місяці тому

      Thank you so much for the useful summary.❤😊

    • @nonoahnoz
      @nonoahnoz 3 місяці тому +1

      @@johannaashimbanga1600 how have your A1 study been so far? Have you reached A2 yet?

    • @johannaashimbanga1600
      @johannaashimbanga1600 3 місяці тому +2

      @@nonoahnoz yes, I have completed my A2 and I am busy now with B1.

    • @hossamashraf1542
      @hossamashraf1542 3 місяці тому +1

      @@johannaashimbanga1600 this is impressive , how much did it take to finish A1 and A2

  • @yangli1214
    @yangli1214 Рік тому +97

    I have learned German for ten years. I know there are many obstacles and joys in learning a new language. I am amazing that you can learn so many languages and progress step by step. You are really good!

    • @savvxz1116
      @savvxz1116 Рік тому +4

      Hi! I’ve been learning german lately and I’m just curious how it works? Why do words change when combining them into a sentence?

    • @alialmeerahmed6994
      @alialmeerahmed6994 Рік тому +1

      @@savvxz1116I don’t know sorry

  • @laurakaramcruz6927
    @laurakaramcruz6927 2 роки тому +502

    I'm so happy you posted this video about German specifically! I'm sure it's going to help me and a lot of people who are also studying German 😍

  • @aselylmaz2436
    @aselylmaz2436 Рік тому +22

    Ich schätze Sie wirklich, ich wünschte, ich könnte so viele Sprachen sprechen, aber ich habe nicht genug Konzentration, um zu lernen. Ich wünsche Ihnen weiterhin viel Erfolg und es macht mich stolz, dass Sie als Türke Türkisch können.😊

    • @ismailsozen8332
      @ismailsozen8332 2 місяці тому

      I'm at a B2 level in German. I studied using the "Learn with German Stories" app from the Playstore, and it was very effective for me. I learned German through stories.

  • @DianaSanchez-wt8hr
    @DianaSanchez-wt8hr 2 роки тому +11

    I was looking for a video or channel about how to learn German and I just can’t believe that I found it at the right moment and at the right time. Thank you for all your useful tips, greetings from Mexico!

  • @newbornmaple87
    @newbornmaple87 Рік тому +5

    i usually don't comment on videos, but this vid definetly deserves a shout-out. what I liked best is - it is evident Zoe has put herself 'through the grind' & then shared genuine inputs. thanks a lot for this.

  • @daviancyandreina
    @daviancyandreina Рік тому +20

    I have never took so many notes from a UA-cam video, I am learning English and German and you are a lifesaver

    • @SultanHazzaa-s6o
      @SultanHazzaa-s6o 5 місяців тому +2

      hello, how is your progress going if i may ask?

  • @asmaaria5066
    @asmaaria5066 2 роки тому +3

    Thank you very much , I've been learning German for so long, and I hit a language slump at B1 level because I was lost with the learning materials. This video helped me reorganise myself.

  • @MmeZinzin
    @MmeZinzin Рік тому +5

    Welch ein Zufall! Ich habe Dich entdeckt, als ich begann, Arabisch zu lernen, eine wahre Inspiration bist du. Und nun lese ich, dass Du in Frankfurt lebst… Ich wohne auch in Frankfurt 😊Weiterhin viel Glück und Erfolg bei allem, was du tust.❤😊

    • @ismailsozen8332
      @ismailsozen8332 2 місяці тому

      I'm at a B2 level in German. I studied using the "Learn with German Stories" app from the Playstore, and it was very effective for me. I learned German through stories.

  • @denipac
    @denipac 2 роки тому +12

    Thank you so much for this, i’m B1 in german and this was so helpful, i’d love to see same for french and arabic 🙏 ❤

  • @aell.e
    @aell.e 2 роки тому +12

    You're my favourite motivation for advanced content. Useful but still realistic! You're so humble and passionate, looking forward to your next video! 😚

  • @jessieding3822
    @jessieding3822 2 роки тому +2

    谢谢!

  • @mimipin2745
    @mimipin2745 2 роки тому +10

    I am new in Germany and I really need this. Thank you so much dear Zoe; you are always inspiring me

  • @MikFrost00
    @MikFrost00 Рік тому +6

    I've just started learning German. Thanks for making this video, I hope it will come in handy! :)
    Gonna learn Spanish and Mandarin after.

  • @Omy_chae
    @Omy_chae Рік тому +3

    thanks so much! I speak German myself but I do still have trouble communicating with people who speak German in Belgium so you really helped me!

  • @qoqishka
    @qoqishka 2 роки тому +6

    Die schönste Sprache der Welt😍🇩🇪 Viel Erfolg beim Deutschlernen!🥰 Would love to hear about your experience of learning French.

  • @lilylily2952
    @lilylily2952 2 роки тому +6

    大爱Zoe, 我也在B2阶段挣扎,虽然我喜欢语言,但是学习能力太差了,在坚持不下去的时候就来看看你的视频。😘

  • @lalic-sama9062
    @lalic-sama9062 Рік тому +9

    How did you learn Turkish? As a Turkish person even I sometimes find my mother tongue confusing and hard. Good for you!
    Seni gerçekten tebrik ediyorum. Türkçeyi öğrenebildiysen diğer dillerde fazla sıkıntı çekeceğini sanmıyorum. Belli ki dil öğrenmede oldukça yeteneklisin. Böyle devam et! ♥️✨

  • @abedelrahmanalissa7372
    @abedelrahmanalissa7372 2 роки тому +2

    I’m from Syria, and new in Germany your video inspire me to learn Germany language. I faced many difficulties in my country. but,now I’m in Germany, I have many dreams and goals to achieve. I promise you that I will master the German language. I write these words at the end of 2022, and I will come back at the end of 2023 to tell you about my work and my achievements. Many Thank ❤️

  • @francis7336
    @francis7336 Рік тому +172

    Why am I, a German, watching a video on how to learn German 😩

  • @catrionakilgallon4400
    @catrionakilgallon4400 Рік тому +4

    Great video Zoe! As someone who successfully completed a Lingoda super sprint, I thoroughly recommend them!

  • @athinaboumpoureka9400
    @athinaboumpoureka9400 2 роки тому +1

    Servus Zoe von München!
    I like your type of videos . I am living in Germany since 1 year and although i am C1 level and speaking german for many years , i have to tell you that the best way to learn is to speak with native speakers and exercise your language almost every day . I lean easier when i have theoretically learned a word and then use it while speaking with others :)

  • @userfromfrdzus779
    @userfromfrdzus779 2 роки тому +8

    Finally !! Merciii Zoe ça va nous être tellement utile ❤️✨

  • @nargesazadi2689
    @nargesazadi2689 2 роки тому +3

    Wooow, it was fantastic Zoe
    Thank you for sharing your experiences
    I study in Austria a master's degree and I really felt desperation but after I visited your video I fell much more better
    Das war sehr hilfreich , danke dir !
    Ich hoffe dass ich bald Deutsch fließen sprechen kann

    • @kofiasante4393
      @kofiasante4393 2 роки тому

      Why peoeple say they are Polyglott yet they can speak freely in german language

  • @user-kkk8
    @user-kkk8 2 роки тому +2

    Thank you for making this video. Most of the time you don't know where to start when learning a new language so this video is very useful and detailed. Thank you!)

  • @simrethdhingra4409
    @simrethdhingra4409 6 місяців тому

    Hey, I don't have any huge urge to learn German/am not willing to dedicate the time needed but was just incredibly impressed t such a clear video, actually appealing sponsor, the hard work of you the host, just everything. The very least I could do is drop a comment.

  • @Noname.118
    @Noname.118 2 роки тому +3

    Danke schön für deine Video ❤ I’m trying to reach a B2 level in a year but I’m struggling with finding some motivation. Your video will help me so much.

  • @CordeliaWinchester
    @CordeliaWinchester 2 роки тому +2

    Hello!
    I just really want to say that I am overjoyed with your video. I am currently learning German as well, but even if it is the 4th year I am learning it, I can't even reach the B1 level.
    I am glad that I found your channel because these times, I feel like I am falling behind my classmates and I was searching a method to improve more effectively my German skills.
    Thank you very much for your video!
    Have a great holiday!

    • @zoe.languages
      @zoe.languages  2 роки тому

      Wish you good luck with your German learning ☺️

    • @CordeliaWinchester
      @CordeliaWinchester 2 роки тому

      @@zoe.languages Thank you very much! I wish you good luck too for the other languages you are planning to learn. Have a great night/day!

  • @Nastya.Denys123
    @Nastya.Denys123 Рік тому +12

    Thank you for your video. I have been learning German myself using different methods, I have been struggling a lot and haven't seen much progress. Nevertheless, your video motivated me to keep on practicing. You are amazing and so intellegent. I swell with pride for as you know so many languages

  • @AnastasiiaAkovantseva
    @AnastasiiaAkovantseva 3 місяці тому +1

    I just watched till the moment when you say about Lingoda and pause the video to have a look . So as a result : I wait for Sunday to have my trial lesson there haha ! Thank you Zoe !

  • @tinafarina6580
    @tinafarina6580 2 роки тому +13

    I wish I could have a video like this but about learning Norwegian language 🤗 but grateful for the tips!

  • @КатеринаХейл
    @КатеринаХейл 2 роки тому +1

    Those videos are so inspiring. I am studying chinese in the university, and that is a hell. All the characters, pronuciation and never-ending exeptions. But then I find one of THAT GODDESS'S videos and like open a hidden potential. I cannot express how much i appreciate and value Zoe's videos and her efforts.

    • @izochestvo
      @izochestvo 2 роки тому

      Катя, я помогу вам с китайским - это просто, но с помощью моего метода! Пишите мне, пожалуйста! 🎄🙋🇨🇳

  • @AmiraMohamed-jf5tl
    @AmiraMohamed-jf5tl Рік тому +7

    Thank you so much for this video! You've mentioned many resources and a lot of them are fun and encouraging to use.

  • @one.darkstar
    @one.darkstar Рік тому +1

    Thank you so much. This video is a gem of resources. Great help for anyone wanting to learn.
    You deserve a lot more views and subscribers!!

  • @thaliagrace5359
    @thaliagrace5359 Рік тому +4

    12:28 movies and series list

  • @sheeliekittie9298
    @sheeliekittie9298 2 роки тому +2

    thank you SO much for making this video. I need this as someone who gets absolutely very overwhelmed with so many materials for learning a language. And German is indeed a language I want to learn and apply this to. Thank yu!

  • @ryckiewg3530
    @ryckiewg3530 Рік тому +3

    Thanks for the tips. I will try your plan on A1. Danke schön !

  • @esmakoca3231
    @esmakoca3231 9 місяців тому

    im planning to do my Erasmus in Germany and this video gave me the motivation for learning german on my own, i hope can stick to plan. Thanks for sharing your tips , i appreciate it

  • @frisk7755
    @frisk7755 2 роки тому +7

    I love Easy German! They ask good questions in every video and I learn a lot with them daily

  • @sakura-vy1gq
    @sakura-vy1gq 5 місяців тому

    actually, i was very much frustrated about learning this language but the motivation at the end of the video made me smile and step into my language journey with zoe!!✨

  • @clairevickie5297
    @clairevickie5297 2 роки тому +31

    please do one for learning French 🎉
    Thanks Zoe for always inspiring us

  • @parvghai14
    @parvghai14 Рік тому

    yours efforts for this video are speechless I can say in one word!!!! I am a student studying German and like you just made me enter a new new world. thanks for putting so much effort man!

  • @rexali1681
    @rexali1681 2 роки тому +10

    Hey , you are amazing tbvh . Can you please make a separate video on Turkish language ? It would be really really helpful , will be waiting ✨💕

  • @Er._________YDV24
    @Er._________YDV24 2 роки тому

    Love ❤️ from India I'm learning German.....Danke!

  • @lover2022
    @lover2022 Рік тому +3

    Thank you for this video! I learned German since school,but when I switched to online schooling,I just or I was lazy,or I forgot about learning this language 💔 Now I just need to learn German from start,so seriously thank you for those advices! 🤗

  • @aredochris6688
    @aredochris6688 Рік тому +2

    Excellent video and good explanation. I will be starting my B2 lessons soon here in Germany, and I love your resources.

  • @AdamYLM
    @AdamYLM 2 роки тому +4

    Wow, great video, I haven't started on German yet, but my plan is more like doing it all alone by myself as much as possible. My method for up to B2 level is like this:
    1 - A0 level, do "The Great Courses German Video Course" + learn German ABCs and learn to pronounce German words correctly.
    2 - A1 level, use "Teach Yourself German" book + "Michel Thomas German Audio Course".
    3 - A2 level, use "Assimil German With Ease" and a proper grammar book which I have yet to decide and Pimsluer audio course.
    4 - B1 to B2 Level, I will go more and more into random reading of bi directional text, and watching German videos. Also try to find few Germans I can talk to on internet.

    • @kimberlybarcena8836
      @kimberlybarcena8836 2 роки тому +1

      Hi Adam 😄😄😄 can you give some reasours to learn English?
      I'm beginner and I don't know how can I start to learn English please, thank you so much if you read this comment 💖😄👌

    • @AdamYLM
      @AdamYLM 2 роки тому +1

      @@kimberlybarcena8836 Of course. Just tell me what are the languages in which you can read properly, in which you are fluent in?

    • @kimberlybarcena8836
      @kimberlybarcena8836 2 роки тому +1

      @@AdamYLM I'm fluently in Spanish this is my mother language 😁

    • @AdamYLM
      @AdamYLM 2 роки тому +2

      @@kimberlybarcena8836
      Step 1 - Go buy Assimil El inglés. Read one new chapter each day and revise previous two chapters. Its easy in start but will become very difficult later.

    • @AdamYLM
      @AdamYLM 2 роки тому +1

      @@kimberlybarcena8836 Step 3 - When you reach a point when you can read B2 level text fast enough. Begin to listen to English videos, lots of them.
      Step 4 - For speaking, use courses like Pimsluer app, only $20 per month, and will give you audio courses to speak properly. After that, try speaking on internet with real people for further fluency in English.

  • @marymaiden738
    @marymaiden738 2 роки тому +5

    Thank you Zoe! I appreciate your tips. I’m definitely going to implement this into my Armenian and Norwegian studies.❤

  • @Katiapunchh
    @Katiapunchh Рік тому +5

    Great video! just 4things:
    1. Don't feel guilty for using social media! I'm learning english with your videos and I don't feel like that hahaha :) also I measure the time I have for that , is like enjoying more what I'm training (of course I'm B2-C1 english so I can afford doing that I guess)
    2. I think I would be interesting for many people to know more about your study life in France! and maybe we could learn some french words too :) stories, etc.
    3.Thanks for the resources and study Plan!!
    4. From where is your microphone? lol
    XO!

  • @GREENMONKEY-d5o
    @GREENMONKEY-d5o 3 місяці тому +1

    For all languges in the world :
    C1 is a B2 that have been staying longtime in the country. No lesson needed to become C1. Once you reach B2 level, just live and enjoy !!!!
    I am a 4 language speaker, and I'm learning german for work

    • @one-of-a-kind-h
      @one-of-a-kind-h 3 місяці тому

      Longtime is for how long exactly in your opinion? Thanks!!

    • @GREENMONKEY-d5o
      @GREENMONKEY-d5o 3 місяці тому

      @@one-of-a-kind-h C1/C2 are only exist for selling tuition, books and certificates😂.
      By longtime I mean I least 2 years.
      All the so called autoproclamed " youtube polyglott" will forget what they learn quickly without practice.
      B2 is enough. Just live your life and be happy 🤗👍✌️

    • @nguyenjenny3901
      @nguyenjenny3901 14 днів тому

      well unfortunately for international students , C1 is the requirement to study at a German (public) uni. 😭

  • @oookarin
    @oookarin 2 роки тому +7

    ahhhhhh thanks for the new video you made my week!!!! 😍😍😍 Can you make a video like this for french? That would be amazing! Love you ❤

  • @alejandrorestrepo2142
    @alejandrorestrepo2142 Рік тому +1

    what a banger of a video ... detailed for each level. This is the best video by far on the subject. thanks.

  • @chrisgrudge6964
    @chrisgrudge6964 2 роки тому +19

    German is so cool. The first language I tried to learn I think.
    Too bad in college there was no support for it and the self taught community was way smaller back then.
    Even the history professor for German laughed at the idea of me learning it lol.
    To piggy on to the other poster, I think Farsi would be a great video. I don’t have any interest in learning it in the near future but I think Persian language and culture is wonderful and under represented!

  • @betteryourgerman
    @betteryourgerman Рік тому +2

    ...great video setup ! ...learning German should be FUN and this is the way to learn fast !

  • @MrFiremagnet
    @MrFiremagnet Рік тому +6

    I wish there was a video like this one years ago. You give a lot of very good tips.
    I'm currently just starting learning German on my own with occasional speaking partner. I really need to learn German to B2 in one year.
    Hopefully I'll come back to tell the tale a year later.
    Upd: 10 months later I'm on A2. But that's okay. N.b.: cutting corners leads to slower progress. Don't repeat my mistakes. Don't rush, get the new words down and by all means, if you can afford a German teacher or courses - buy them.
    Upd2 05.06.2024: RN I sort of pass B1 (in reality - between good A2 and bad B1). I can feel the transition from needing to write exercises to the need of immersing myself and speaking as much as I can. My educated guess that in another several months I will be somewhere inbetween good B1 and bad B2.
    The reality of situation - brain needs time to learn stuff. Maybe the goal of reaching B2 in a year is realistic for some people, but definitely not for me. But that's okay. Will update once I get this certificate or something.
    Upd3 10.12.2024: I passed the exam. I'll be frank: start with a GOOD b1 level, start preparing with Mit Erfolg, take your time to be good with Schreiben templates (it may and will take several days to learn the structure by heart), in parallel - start doing Werkstatt (first do one part of the mock exam, than do exercises from the workbook), after that - use Projekt B2 for mock exams (I had everything but sprechen on the day 1, and sprechen on the day 2, but I'd suggest doing mock exams in one sitting - sometimes they have it in a single day). Most important thing for Lesen and Hören is Wortschatz, most important for Schreiben and Sprechen is to have a good structure and have enough words to express most of your ideas. And, of course, a lot of practice. Read news, watch Galileo, watch cartoons, play games - immerse yourself like your life depends on it.

    • @zoe.languages
      @zoe.languages  Рік тому +1

      Wish you all the best

    • @alpha9470
      @alpha9470 4 місяці тому

      How are you actually doing with your challenge ?

    • @MrFiremagnet
      @MrFiremagnet 4 місяці тому

      @@alpha9470 right now I'm on a sorta plausible B1 level and currently trying to speedrun Goethe Zertifikat Prüfung B2.
      I'll write an update in 2-3 months, I'm only getting started.

    • @MrFiremagnet
      @MrFiremagnet 4 місяці тому

      @@alpha9470 currently at sorta plausible B1 and just started B2 exam preparation, wish me luck

    • @alpha9470
      @alpha9470 4 місяці тому

      @@MrFiremagnet I wish you luck! I don’t want to sound intrusive but, could you let me know your native language and also your schedule? Like are you working and at the same time studying German ? How many hours do you study German ?
      I ask because my girlfriend needs a B2 German level in 6 months and I think it’s almost impossible to be honest so just to know how has been your schedule during this time

  • @rosadeswita1183
    @rosadeswita1183 2 роки тому +2

    Vielen dank !! your video really helpfull for me as a beginner and now at A1.3 level. keep it up and stay healthy 😊

  • @YouAreGifted182
    @YouAreGifted182 2 роки тому +17

    Thanks for this video. It amazing how you structure everything. Keep the hard work! Could you do French one as well?

  • @wonderland5868
    @wonderland5868 10 місяців тому

    you are soooo incredible I REALLY ADMIRE YOU !, Feminine power !! yeah. keep shining. :)
    I am a native- Spanish, also doing a Ph.D. and learning Chinese, and I want to learn German because I am using a philosophy of German thinkers for my thesis, but sometimes my head feels heavy, headaches, and want to explode hahaha. but see your power, encourage me, I really admire you. All the best. Meli from Shanghai.

  • @exryz.
    @exryz. Рік тому +47

    As a Canadian who all his life has been taught French, I for some reason find German to be quite easy and I learnt the entire language in nearly 50 weeks!

    • @禎子佐々木
      @禎子佐々木 Рік тому +2

      OK then correct this sentences as a proof , here is one word wrong you have to tell me and make it right
      "Das Auto gehört die Frau."
      "Ich küsse eine Mädchen"
      "Ich gehe zum Kino"

    • @wierg
      @wierg Рік тому

      @@禎子佐々木 Der dritte Satz ist kein gutes Beispiel, das kann man so sagen.

    • @禎子佐々木
      @禎子佐々木 Рік тому +1

      @@wierg Das sind 3 Sätze, wo man einen Fehler beheben soll , wenn man etwas Deutsch kann.
      Der dritte Satz ist auch dafür ganz gut geeignet , er ist so völig falsch, wie er da steht.

    • @randomlyyours247
      @randomlyyours247 Рік тому +2

      Ins Kino not zum Kino

    • @saharvalizadeh4508
      @saharvalizadeh4508 Рік тому +1

      @@禎子佐々木 i'm quite new to this language... but is it the 2 sentence? ein Mädchen

  • @Sarah-mikassa
    @Sarah-mikassa 4 місяці тому

    I have decided to make my childhood dream come true by becoming a polyglot ❤ and I have interrupted my learnings, now I am determined to do it 😊

  • @thrivingbennet_
    @thrivingbennet_ 2 роки тому +4

    You can just tell how much you love learning languages just by hearing you speak. You seem to be having an especially great time with German too lol. Thank you so much for this.

  • @myUThandle
    @myUThandle Рік тому +2

    Great video, very helpful for German language learners. Loads of thanks Zoe 👍

  • @DocAbly
    @DocAbly 2 роки тому +3

    Thanks a lot for this detailed and well-structured video. Found it very helpful!

  • @elizabethwatson5479
    @elizabethwatson5479 Рік тому +1

    What a great content, I was so confused before i discovered your video. Your resources helps a lot, Thank you Zoe!

  • @Angelaava7
    @Angelaava7 2 роки тому +6

    Very good, If you haven't already could you please do a video like this for how to learn French. Bless you and thank you

  • @Neshan772
    @Neshan772 Рік тому +2

    شكرا لك من القلب على هذا الفيديو والشرح الجميل والمفيد ❤

  • @Earlgreymartini
    @Earlgreymartini 2 роки тому +5

    Hi Zoe, thank you for sharing your tips and recommendations. I find the resources super helpful. Keep up the great videos!

  • @Arturshchigurov
    @Arturshchigurov Рік тому

    I really like Deutsch podcast, when I was getting ready to Prüfung B1 I had many problem with Hören. Deutsch Podcast really helped me, I listened many times and I have got 40/45 Punkte Hören und Lesen. Danke schön fur Ihr Video. Das its sehr interessant😊😊

  • @fabiansaerve
    @fabiansaerve 2 роки тому +138

    Can you do the same video about French? :)

    • @zoe.languages
      @zoe.languages  2 роки тому +46

      Will try!

    • @fabiansaerve
      @fabiansaerve 2 роки тому +5

      @@zoe.languages You’re the best ❤️

    • @learnnorsk67
      @learnnorsk67 2 роки тому +2

      Yes, please do for French. Pretty please & thank you.

    • @Fazipolyglot
      @Fazipolyglot 2 роки тому

      😭👍🏻

    • @muqaddasfaryad6300
      @muqaddasfaryad6300 2 роки тому +1

      @@zoe.languages please tell us about the same things about Arabic language.
      It's request

  • @Moukraan
    @Moukraan Рік тому +1

    thanks a lot! I am going to start learning German soon as my 5th language :)

  • @matildawolfram4687
    @matildawolfram4687 Рік тому +2

    The problem with many people is that they want to take a "magic pill" or get "secret knowledge" and immediately have skills and abilities. However, the truth of life is that knowledge, skills, and abilities do not come by themselves. You can't learn a foreign language without doing anything, without wasting your time and effort, just like you can't learn to ride a bike lying on a comfy couch, listening to lectures and watching videos about "modern methods of learning" on a bike. To really learn something, you have to really practice every day. You're going to fall down while you're learning, and you're going to get bumps - that's normal! The ups and downs of learning are an integral part of our lives. Motivation from success and depression from failure will always be your study companions. However, every student has problems in his or her studies that he or she lacks the knowledge to solve. It can be: poor memorization of words; no progress in language learning; the student can speak, but does not understand speech by ear; misunderstanding of grammar; incorrect pronunciation, etc. Agree that a problem you don't know how to solve is very demotivating. In order to find the answer to our question we have to spend a lot of time to read videos, articles and books by polyglots. In today's world, we have to solve problems as quickly as possible. I don't have time to study and analyze a huge amount of information. My goal is to master the basic knowledge of a foreign language as quickly as possible and already start earning money effectively in the international arena. I settled on the practical guide by Yuriy Ivantsiv " Polyglot's Notes: practical tips for learning foreign language". This book is always in my bag. If I have a problem while learning a language, I quickly find the answer in this book. There are many different techniques and tips for learning a foreign language in Polyglot Notes. I have made my own individual schedule and plan for language learning. Now I know what I am going to study, how I am going to study, when I am going to study and what results I am going to achieve. No problem could stop me! With an effective language learning plan my professional skills are more and more in demand internationally every day. Friends, don't stop there! Everyone has talents that millions of people around the world need! Learn the language and make your ideas and dreams come true! Thanks to the author of the channel for the informative and useful video! Your videos motivate me.

  • @Raisul-w2h
    @Raisul-w2h Рік тому

    I'm so happy you posted this video about German specifically!

  • @Acv1234ssssss
    @Acv1234ssssss 2 роки тому +7

    Thank you so much Zoe for putting all these resources and tips for free 🥺💜

  • @oscar-foxtrot
    @oscar-foxtrot 4 місяці тому

    Learned German a bit when I was at school back in 2019-2020
    The school didn't give me much, but there is a little foundation nonetheless
    Now it's time to build upon it
    Thank you for the video, Zoe

    • @pillow1557
      @pillow1557 3 місяці тому

      Same but instead it was french and after 3 years of studying
      All I knew was how to say my name,Mainly because I never liked French and I was never interested in learning it but I wished it was german although they couldn't get us to at least A2 level if it was german

  • @claraarus1929
    @claraarus1929 2 роки тому +30

    Extremely helpful video, i first started learning german in January so easily and quickly due to a full immersion (working and living in germany and living with germans) and got to a B1 in just 5 months! And ever since i've moved i have felt a little bit stuck, my goal is to get my B2 before September 2023 and this video was exactly what i needed to figure out how to approach it, on top of my german classes which i feel are kinda holding me back. Also wanted to ask if anyone who has done Lingoda can give a quick review?

    • @zoe.languages
      @zoe.languages  2 роки тому +3

      You will make it !

    • @jabranparabhu1778
      @jabranparabhu1778 2 роки тому

      Hello @claraarus1929,
      Could you please tell me, is it good to join the school or just follow the path provided in this video?

    • @claraarus1929
      @claraarus1929 Рік тому +1

      @@jabranparabhu1778 I would say it really depends on the person and circumstances, the course i was following in germany was nost great but it kept me going and motivated. Which i think is the best think about a language course, it sets a certain routine. But ever since i have been able to set my own routine and have been more disciplined about language learning i feel like the course that i am attending now is really not being fruitful compared to how much i learn by myself. So i would say try to see how you manage by yourself and i you do feel like you could use some external motivation then try out a course.

    • @ProbroFn
      @ProbroFn Рік тому +1

      How is it like living there because I have similar plans

  • @billurmahvi2505
    @billurmahvi2505 2 роки тому

    This is the best video that i've seen on how to learn german. Thank you!!

  • @sofook3576
    @sofook3576 2 роки тому +6

    Hi Zoe ❤️ could you please make this format but for learning english? It would be really helpful

  • @AhmedShabasy44
    @AhmedShabasy44 Рік тому

    i am soo amazed by your learning ways i impressive really. much love. support and appreciation from Egypt.
    as you speak Arabic كل الحب و الدعم و التقدير من مصر

  • @irieebee
    @irieebee 2 роки тому +168

    This was awesome! Could you make the same for French? Love your videos!
    Greetings from Germany ☺️

  • @iremerkan7345
    @iremerkan7345 Рік тому +1

    I would love to say big THANK YOU! You are amazing. I have been struggling with many resources and where to start. That helped me a lot. Thank you ❤

  • @PatrickAlfonso-y4f
    @PatrickAlfonso-y4f 6 днів тому +13

    Hello, I don't know anything about investing and I'm looking to invest, any help? As well who can I reach out to?

    • @CatrionaStewart-d7b
      @CatrionaStewart-d7b 6 днів тому

      Most people today have been having a lot of failures in investing because of poor orientation and bad experts.

    • @PatrickAlfonso-y4f
      @PatrickAlfonso-y4f 6 днів тому

      It's wise to seek professional guidance when building a strong financial portfolio due to it's complexity.

    • @PatrickAlfonso-y4f
      @PatrickAlfonso-y4f 6 днів тому

      I think I'm blessed if not I wouldn't have met someone who is as spectacular as Amalia Bunker

    • @TerriLynnClark-b8d
      @TerriLynnClark-b8d 6 днів тому

      Talking to an expert like Amalia Bunker, to reshape your portfolio is a very smart move

    • @PatrickAlfonso-y4f
      @PatrickAlfonso-y4f 6 днів тому

      Amalia's unique strength lies in her realistic approach which makes her different from other brokers who often set unattainable targets and fall short in delivery

  • @petya6513
    @petya6513 2 роки тому +1

    omg im so greatful for this video bc i couldnt find any helpful german learning videos and i really need to get so b2 lvl in 2 years since i will be applying for uni in australia

  • @kabirnurul4102
    @kabirnurul4102 2 роки тому +3

    Love this channel immensely. Zoe, you are such an inspiration. I m very much keen on learning french, yet having no clue is hindering me. Therefore, my heartiest request you to make a video providing the guidelines the way you did and succeed. Thank you from Bangladesh.

  • @RemonSoliman
    @RemonSoliman 2 роки тому

    Yes Yes Yes the required video. Commenting before watching. THANK YOU ZOEEEEEEEEE

    • @zoe.languages
      @zoe.languages  2 роки тому +1

      😉😉😉

    • @RemonSoliman
      @RemonSoliman 2 роки тому

      @@zoe.languages Brilliant amazing video I loved every detail! Just a real applicable beneficial plan with good resources. I wrote everything you said down in a document and I am gonna share with my 280K fans on my Facebook Arabic page. Many of them dreaming of immigrating to Germany and do not know how to study German. This video is the answer. From my deep heart THANK YOU MY FRIEND coz you’re on UA-cam and for your time to share with us just a precious treasure for how master languages. ❤️❤️❤️🌹🌹🌹

    • @zoe.languages
      @zoe.languages  2 роки тому +1

      @@RemonSoliman Thank you Remon. I'm glad you found this video helpful. I hope this video can help more and more people. ☺

    • @RemonSoliman
      @RemonSoliman 2 роки тому

      @@zoe.languages 🙏🙏🙏🌹🌹🌹

  • @high33
    @high33 2 роки тому +99

    - Please Make a video about How to learn persian Language especially Farsi, All the books and sources That you used.. 🌹🌹

    • @zoe.languages
      @zoe.languages  2 роки тому +13

      Thanks for the idea!

    • @high33
      @high33 2 роки тому

      @@zoe.languages 💖💖🌹

    • @Farah-ov3rw
      @Farah-ov3rw 2 роки тому +4

      @@zoe.languages Same for Arabic plz 😭😭🙏🏼

    • @mademoisellerike
      @mademoisellerike 2 роки тому +2

      Thank you i learn dari/ farsi too

    • @farhadanvari79
      @farhadanvari79 2 роки тому +1

      I live in iran if you want i can help you.

  • @BeBahar
    @BeBahar Рік тому +1

    خیلی ممنون ! به خوبی از اطلاعات ویدیو استفاده خواهم کرد :)

  • @mona5321
    @mona5321 2 роки тому +2

    german is the first foreign language that I'm learning by myself to be honest I was struggling for lot of time and I lost motivation you don't know how useful this video is going to be for me thank you 💗

  • @angelitas12
    @angelitas12 Рік тому +1

    Thank you so much Zoe, I've been watching your videos lately and gave me a lot of inspiration ❤
    I bought the book tiny habits after watching your videos :)
    The book is arriving tonight, looking forward to read it and put into practice all the advise.
    I speak 3 languages fluently and I just did the exam A1 for Italian language. I'm planning to do the A2 next year and I am also very interested in learning German 😊
    Thank you again for your wonderful videos!

  • @deutschmitpurple2918
    @deutschmitpurple2918 2 роки тому +5

    Thank you for this informative video, lovely Zoe. Your videos are really great and useful for me

  • @Herberth889
    @Herberth889 Рік тому +2

    This was a fantastic video and I'm so grateful you took the time and effort to put it out. Thank you so much!

  • @felixworld_9
    @felixworld_9 2 роки тому +3

    I'm studying in uni and it's compulsory for us to finish A2 level as one condition to graduate, but I've been putting German class aside because I need to focus on my major classes. I finished the A1 classes last year, but I found those classes' purpose is just about passing the exams and it's a bit inefficient for me time-wise, so I'm planning to study on my own and get as far as possible before I graduate. Thank you Zoe very much for this video!!!

  • @smndr
    @smndr 2 роки тому +1

    thank you dear zoe ❤
    ممنونم زویی جون ❤
    اشكر منك زويي ❤