Intermediate German Resources
We put together this list of intermediate German resources to help you improve your German skills faster. Clozemaster is awesome, but there's a lot out there and the key is finding what works best for you.
German Apps
- Clozemaster: Practice German vocabulary in context with cloze (fill-in-the-blank) sentences.
- Duolingo: Gamified lessons to enhance German language skills through practice and repetition.
- Babbel: Structured lessons focused on real-life German conversations and cultural context.
- Memrise: Spaced repetition and mnemonic techniques for effective German vocabulary building.
- Rosetta Stone: Immersive German language learning with an emphasis on speaking and pronunciation.
- Busuu: Interactive German courses with feedback from native speakers.
- HelloTalk: Language exchange app to practice German with native speakers.
- Tandem: Connect with German language partners for conversational practice.
- Lingodeer: Lessons focusing on German grammar and vocabulary tailored for intermediate learners.
- Pimsleur: Audio-based German lessons to improve conversational skills.
- Anki: Customizable flashcards for German vocabulary with spaced repetition learning.
- Drops: Visual and fast-paced German vocabulary learning with a focus on word retention.
- Lingvist: AI-driven personalized learning to adapt and improve your German language skills.
- Mango Languages: Practical conversation lessons to enhance German fluency.
- Italki: Connect with professional German teachers for personalized lessons.
- Beelinguapp: Read stories in German alongside your native language to improve comprehension.
- FluentU: Learn German through real-world videos with interactive captions.
- Quizlet: Study German vocabulary and grammar with flashcards, games, and learning tools.
- DeutschAkademie: Comprehensive German courses with exercises and grammar lessons tailored for all levels.
German Reading Resources
- Clozemaster: Practice German vocabulary and comprehension through context-based fill-in-the-blank sentences.
- Readlang: Read German texts with instant translation and vocabulary tools.
- Deutsch Perfekt: Magazine with articles and exercises tailored for German learners.
- Leipzig Corpora Collection: Extensive collection of German texts for linguistic analysis and reading practice.
- Project Gutenberg: Free access to a wide range of German literary classics.
- News in Slow German: Current events and news articles in slow, clear German with transcripts.
- Der Spiegel: Popular German news magazine with a range of articles for advanced reading practice.
- DW Learn German: Deutsche Welle's platform offering news articles and stories for learners.
- Langenscheidt German Readers: Simplified German readers with vocabulary aids and comprehension questions.
- German-Grammar.de: Reading exercises and grammar explanations for intermediate learners.
- Cafe in Berlin by André Klein: Short stories written for German learners with vocabulary and grammar support.
- Harry – gefangen in der Zeit: Interactive story from Deutsche Welle with transcripts and exercises.
- Der Tagesspiegel: Berlin-based newspaper offering a variety of articles for reading practice.
- ZDF Nachrichten: German news website with articles and videos for reading and listening practice.
- Die Zeit: Weekly German newspaper with in-depth articles on various topics.
- Fairy Tales by the Brothers Grimm: Classic German fairy tales for enjoyable reading practice.
German Listening Resources
- Clozemaster: Practice German listening with context-based cloze (fill-in-the-blank) audio sentences.
- GermanPod101: Audio and video lessons focusing on German listening and comprehension skills.
- Deutsche Welle - Learn German: Offers a range of audio and video materials for German learners.
- Slow German: Podcast with slow-paced, clear German designed for learners.
- Easy German: YouTube channel with street interviews and clear German subtitles.
- Coffee Break German: Podcast series teaching German through conversational lessons.
- News in Slow German: Current events narrated in slow, clear German with transcripts.
- ARD Audiothek: Extensive collection of German radio shows, podcasts, and audio books.
- TuneIn: TuneIn is a free online radio that streams talk and music stations in German.
- Die Sendung mit der Maus: Educational TV show for children, great for intermediate learners.
- Bayern 2 Radio: German radio station with a variety of programs and podcasts.
- Tatort (ARD): Popular German crime series available with audio and video.
- Yabla German: Video platform with interactive subtitles and comprehension exercises.
- Deutsch lernen mit Nachrichten: News podcasts designed specifically for German learners.
- ARD Tagesschau: News broadcasts in German, useful for improving listening skills.
- Die Zeit Podcasts: Various podcasts on different topics from the German newspaper Die Zeit.
- Spotify German Learning Playlists: Curated playlists with German learning podcasts and songs.
- Radio D: Audio language course from Deutsche Welle with a storyline for learners.
- MDR Aktuell: Radio station with news and reports in clear, intermediate-level German.
- Glossika: An audio resource that uses spaced repetition to help with learning simple German phrases.
German Writing Resources
- Clozemaster: Improve German writing through context-based fill-in-the-blank sentences.
- HiNative: Write German texts and receive corrections from native speakers.
- HelloTalk: Practice writing German by chatting with native speakers.
- LanguageTool: Grammar and spelling check tool that supports German to improve writing accuracy.
- DeutschAkademie: Offers exercises and writing practice to improve German grammar and composition.
- MosaLingua: Flashcards and writing exercises focusing on practical German language use.
- Quizlet: Create and practice with flashcards that include written exercises.
- Schreiben lernen: Exercises specifically designed to improve German writing skills.
- Deutsch Perfekt: Magazine offering writing exercises and articles for practice.
- Writing Exercises for German Learners: Online resources providing prompts and writing tasks.
- Learn German by Deutsche Welle: Courses and materials with a focus on writing practice.
- Lingoda: Online language school offering courses with a strong focus on writing proficiency.
German Speaking Resources
- Clozemaster: Practice speaking German with context-based cloze (fill-in-the-blank) sentences.
- HelloTalk: Language exchange app to practice speaking German with native speakers.
- Yabla German: Video platform with interactive subtitles and speaking exercises.
- Rocket German: Comprehensive course with a focus on speaking and pronunciation.
German Grammar Resources
- Clozemaster: Practice German grammar in context with cloze (fill-in-the-blank) sentences.
- Deutsche Welle - Learn German: Comprehensive resources including grammar exercises and
- explanations.
- Grammatik Aktiv: Workbook with exercises for practicing German grammar.
- Lingolia German: Clear grammar explanations and exercises tailored for different levels.
- DeutschAkademie: Offers extensive grammar exercises and explanations.
- Lingvist: Personalized learning with a strong emphasis on grammar.
- German Grammar Mastery: A Comprephensive Playlist!: Comprehensive guide with explanations and examples.
- Klett Sprachen: Publisher offering grammar books and exercises for different levels.
- Schubert-Verlag: Grammar books and online exercises tailored for German learners.
- Learn German by Deutsche Welle: Offers grammar explanations and interactive exercises.
- German-Grammar.de: Online resource with detailed explanations of German grammar rules.
German Dictionaries
- Langenscheidt German-English Dictionary: A comprehensive dictionary with detailed entries and example sentences, available in print and online.
- Duden: The authoritative dictionary for German, providing thorough definitions, usage examples, and grammatical information.
- Collins German Dictionary: Offers extensive coverage of German and English with examples and idiomatic expressions, available in print and as an app.
- Oxford German Dictionary: A reliable resource with comprehensive definitions, phrases, and examples, available in print and online.
- PONS Online Dictionary: Provides translations, example sentences, and audio pronunciations, available as an app and online.
- dict.cc: A user-generated bilingual dictionary with a wide range of entries, translations, and pronunciation guides.
- Reverso Context: An online dictionary and app that offers translations, example sentences, and language learning tools.
- WordReference: Provides translations, conjugations, and forums for language learners, available online and as an app.
- Bab.la Dictionary: Offers translations, example sentences, and quizzes for language practice, available online and as an app.
- Larousse German Dictionary: Provides translations, example sentences, and pronunciation guides, available in print and online.
- Cambridge German-English Dictionary: Offers clear definitions, translations, and example sentences, available online and as an app.
- Langenscheidt Pocket Dictionary: A compact and portable dictionary with essential vocabulary and phrases for intermediate learners.
- Langenscheidt Standard German Dictionary: A more comprehensive version with detailed entries and example sentences.
- Beolingus: An online dictionary from the TU Chemnitz with translations, example sentences, and audio pronunciations.
- Linguee: Combines a dictionary with a search engine for example sentences from real texts, available online and as an app.
- Sprachnudel: A comprehensive dictionary including slang as well as a rhyming and synonym dictionary.
German Textbooks
- Assimil: Learn German and build a solid foundation with useful dialogues and listening exercises.
- Teach Yourself: Complete German course from Teach Yourself contains twenty-four thematic lessons that can help build confidence in reading, writing, and speaking German.
- Colloquial: A more grammar-based approach to German, but still very accessible.
- "Deutsch: Na klar!" by Robert Di Donato: Comprehensive textbook with grammar explanations, exercises, and cultural insights.
- "Themen Aktuell" series by Hartmut Aufderstrasse, Jutta Müller, and Thomas Storz: Popular series focusing on vocabulary, grammar, and everyday communication.
- "Schritte International" by Daniela Niebisch, et al.: Textbook series offering step-by-step language instruction and cultural context.
- "Erkundungen" by Anne Buscha and Szilvia Szita: Intermediate level textbook focusing on grammar, vocabulary, and communication skills.
- "Menschen" by Anna Breitsameter, et al.: Engaging textbook series with a focus on communication and cultural understanding.
- "Netzwerk" by Stefanie Dengler, et al.: Comprehensive coursebook series for developing all language skills at the intermediate level.
- "Aspekte Neu" by Ute Koithan, et al.: Intermediate to advanced textbook with a strong emphasis on communication and culture.
- "Studio d" by Hermann Funk, et al.: Popular series combining language skills with cultural and societal topics.
- "Sicher!" by Michaela Perlmann-Balme and Susanne Schwalb: Intermediate level coursebook with a focus on grammar, vocabulary, and communication.
- "Hueber's Menschen" by Angela Pude and Eva Mayer: Textbook series focusing on communication and integration in German-speaking countries.
- "Tangram aktuell" by Rosa-Maria Dallapiazza, et al.: Textbook series offering a balanced approach to all language skills.
- "Berliner Platz" by Christiane Lemcke, et al.: Textbook series for developing communicative competence in German.
- "DaF kompakt" by Ilse Sander, et al.: Comprehensive textbook series for learners at the intermediate level.
- "Einfach Grammatik" by Friederike Jin: Intermediate grammar book with clear explanations and practical exercises.
- "German Grammar Drills" by Ed Swick: Workbook with focused drills to improve grammar proficiency at the intermediate level.
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