Memrise Online German Course

Speak everyday German with our free online German course

Speak everyday German with our free online German course

Recommended lesson plan for beginners

Start with these lessons designed around real-life scenarios

Basic Introductions

Introductions
Introductions
6 words/phrases to learn
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Asking Basic Questions

Basics
Basics
12 words/phrases to learn
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Saying How Long You're Staying

Travel
Travel
8 words/phrases to learn
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Buying a Round of Beers

Social Life
Social Life
9 words/phrases to learn
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Ordering a Coffee

Food
Food
11 words/phrases to learn
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Asking for Recommendations 1

Activities
Activities
14 words/phrases to learn
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Talking about Family 1

Relationships
Relationships
11 words/phrases to learn
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Faux-Pas

Society
Society
11 words/phrases to learn
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What to Get & Where

Shopping
Shopping
14 words/phrases to learn
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Total immersion: the best way to learn German

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Frequently Asked Questions
Why learn German?
German is spoken by millions of people around the world, in countries such as Germany, Austria, Switzerland, and Liechtenstein. It is also one of the official languages of the European Union. Knowledge of German can help you in your career, as it is one of the most common languages in the business world. Many large international companies have a presence in German-speaking countries, so being able to communicate in German can give you a real competitive edge. If you’re in the science field, German is the second most commonly used scientific language in the world.
Is it difficult to learn a new language?
It doesn’t have to be difficult! The secret to making learning a language easier (and fun!) is quite simple - don’t stress about the details, learn what interests you, and immerse yourself in the language.

Many traditional learning methods insist on teaching irrelevant words and focusing on grammar. It would take weeks before getting to learn things that you find interesting and useful in the real world. So why not learn phrases about travelling if you love to travel? Or phrases about food if you’re into that. Learning a language through what you already love keeps you motivated, helps you contextualise the language, and makes learning much easier and enjoyable.
Where do I start when learning a language?
Starting to learn a new language can be daunting, but it doesn't have to be. The best way to start learning a new language is by finding something that you're interested in. If you love to travel, for example, start by learning about travel. There are plenty of resources out there, from online courses to apps like Memrise, that can help you get started. And once you start getting the hang of things, keep yourself engaged and immersed in the language by reading books, watching movies, or listening to music in the language you're trying to learn. With a little bit of effort, you'll be speaking like a native in no time.
Can you learn a language on an app?
Yes you can! Learning a language with an app is better than textbook learning for a number of reasons:

Learn on your phone wherever you are, whenever you want. This is convenient, especially if you have a busy schedule or are always on the go.
Smart algorithms know your learning levels and keep you challenged. This ensures that you are always making progress and not just repeating the same lessons.
Apps like Memrise are packed with videos of native speakers that show you what the language sounds like in real life. This is helpful for understanding the rhythm and flow of the language.
Memrise also lets you customise your learning journey - choose the phrases most important to you and learn those first. No one wants to be forced to learn to count to 1000 before getting what you really need.