German Vocabulary by Topic – Words and Phrases

German words grouped by everyday topics, with the article, the English meaning and an example sentence for each word.

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B1Vocabulary · 7 min read

How to Write a German Valentine's Day Card

Want to surprise someone special with a Valentine’s Day card in German? In this guide you’ll learn romantic German phrases, useful love vocabulary and how to structure message in your card – from sweet and simple to deeply meaningful. You’ll also discover famous German love quotes for inspiration.

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A1Vocabulary · 13 min read

Halloween German Vocabulary

Get ready to speak spooky German! From creepy costumes 🧛 to haunted houses 👻, this all-in-one guide teaches over 100 Halloween words and phrases like "der Kürbis" (pumpkin) or "das Gespenst" (ghost). Explore quick cheat sheets, themed vocabulary tables, fun dialogues, grammar tips and cultural notes.

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A1Vocabulary · 10 min read

How to Book a Hotel Room? (Hotelzimmer buchen)

If you plan a trip to Germany, knowing how to book a hotel in German will make your stay much easier and more enjoyable. This guide provides useful phrases to help you book a hotel room confidently, communicate at the reception during check-in and checkout and ask for information politely and clearly.

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A1Vocabulary · 6 min read

How to Ask for Directions in German: Best Phrases for City

Finding your way in Germany becomes much easier when you know the right words and phrases. This guide covers essential German vocabulary for landmarks, roads and directions, such as "die Ampel" (traffic light), "geradeaus" (straight ahead) plus polite ways to ask for help and real-life example dialogues.

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A1Vocabulary · 5 min read

Travel and Transport in German (Reisen und Verkehr)

Travel and transport (Reisen und Verkehr) are key topics for anyone learning German. Learn common German transport types like das Auto (car), der Zug (train) and die U-Bahn (subway), essential verbs such as einsteigen (to board) and umsteigen (to transfer) and phrases like "Wo ist der Bahnhof"?

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A1Vocabulary · 6 min read

Describing Parts of Body in German (Körperteile)

The human body (der Körper) is made up of many parts (die Körperteile). In this article you will learn the essential German vocabulary for body parts with English translations and example sentences. Explore words such as der Kopf (head), das Auge (eye), die Nase (nose) and many more.

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A1Vocabulary · 6 min read

How to Describe Clothes in German (Kleidung)

Clothing is a key part of daily life, and knowing the right German words helps you describe what you wear, shop for clothes and discuss fashion. This article covers essential Kleidung vocabulary, including nouns, adjectives like neu, schön, bequem and useful verbs like tragen, anziehen, passen.

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A1Vocabulary · 7 min read

How to Ask and Tell Time in German (Uhrzeit)

Mastering how to ask and tell time in German is essential for daily life — whether you’re meeting friends, catching a train or following a timetable. This step-by-step guide covers everything from casual "Wie spät ist es?" conversations to precise 24-hour clock expressions with "vor", "nach", "halb".

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A1Vocabulary · 7 min read

Food & Drink Vocabulary in German – Essen & Trinken

Looking to learn German food and drink words? This article covers important terms for Essen und Trinken – from fruits and vegetables to drinks and everyday meals. You’ll also find example sentences and phrases to help you speak German with confidence in restaurants, supermarkets and everyday life.

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A1Vocabulary · 4 min read

Going Shopping in German – Einkaufen gehen

Shopping is a big part of everyday life. In this beginner-friendly guide you’ll learn how to speak confidently in German stores and supermarkets. Discover key vocabulary, useful buyer/seller phrases, sample dialogues and grammar tips with examples.

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A1Vocabulary · 6 min read

Daily Routine in German – Learn Tagesablauf Vocabulary

Want to talk about your daily life in German? Then learn essential Tagesablauf vocabulary, grammar tips and real-life example sentences to describe everything from waking up and going to work to hobbies, chores, shopping and relaxing.

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A1Vocabulary · 5 min read

German Months and Seasons: Vocabulary and Prepositions

Learn how to confidently talk about months, seasons, and times of the year in German! This essential guide covers the 12 German months, the four seasons, useful time expressions, and how to use prepositions like "im", "am" and "seit".

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A1Vocabulary · 3 min read

Days of the Week in German with Prepositions

This article introduces each weekday in German with pronunciation, explains grammar rules like article usage (der Montag) and covers key prepositions such as am Montag (on Monday) and von Montag bis Freitag (from Monday to Friday).

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A1Vocabulary · 8 min read

How to Describe a House or Apartment in German

Want to talk about your home in German? This beginner-friendly guide teaches you how to describe your house or apartment step by step. Learn essential vocabulary like Wohnung and Zimmer and get tips for daily practice.

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A1Vocabulary · 7 min read

Speaking about German Professions (Berufe)

This article helps you learn essential German phrases for talking about professions, including formal and informal questions, typical answers and a comprehensive list of common professions. Whether you’re meeting new people or having dialogs at work, our tips will help you speak confidently.

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A1Vocabulary · 4 min read

Talking About Hobbies and Interests in German

Find out how to speak about your hobbies and interests in German. This A1-level guide covers vocabulary like lesen (to read), Gitarre spielen (to play guitar) and Tischtennis spielen (to play table tennis). Learn key phrases like "Ich spiele gern…" and read a sample dialogue about hobbies.

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A1Vocabulary · 5 min read

Talking About Your Family in German

Learn how to talk about your family members such as parents, siblings and grandparents in German using helpful vocabulary, common questions and a sample story of Jonas describing his family.

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A1Vocabulary · 5 min read

Simple Personal Questions & Answers in German

Master simple personal conversations in German! This article covers essential questions and answers about someone's name, age, country, marital status, work or stuspoken languages, hobbies, and current place of residence.

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A1Vocabulary · 3 min read

When to Say Guten Morgen, Guten Tag, Guten Abend: German Greetings by Time of Day

German greetings by time of day explained: discover when to use Guten Morgen, Guten Tag and Guten Abend, plus list of useful time of day vocabulary with terms like Vormittag and Nachmittag. Includes time ranges, translations and examples. Perfect for travelers, learners, and anyone wanting to speak German more naturally.

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Vocabulary · 4 min read

30 Colors in German with English translation

This guide introduces you to 30 essential colors in German - ranging from everyday basics like Rot (red) and Blau (blue) to more expressive shades like Olivgrün (olive green) and Karmesinrot (crimson). You'll also discover practical example sentences and fun color-related idioms like blau machen (“to skip work”) and grünes Licht geben (“to give the green light”).

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Vocabulary · 4 min read

Talking About the Weather in German

From sunny skies to stormy days, talking about the weather is a key part of everyday conversation. This guide will help you confidently discuss the weather in German with essential vocabulary, example sentences, and translations.

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Vocabulary · 17 min read

German Numbers: Complete Guide

Learning numbers is a must when starting with German – and luckily, it's easier than you think! This complete guide walks you through the basics, from 0 to 1,000,000 with clear examples and English translations.

Our vocabulary articles cover:

  • Word lists by topic: food, family, home, weather, travel and work
  • Nouns with their article and plural form
  • Example sentences that show each word in use
  • Methods to learn and remember new words

Learn the words with the flash cards, the word lists and the thematic lists, then test yourself with the A1, A2 or B1 vocabulary exercises.