Episodios

  • 52 German Verb Patterns: The Easy Way to Learn How Verbs Change

    52 German Verb Patterns: The Easy Way to Learn How Verbs Change
    Dec 4 2025
    This episode makes German verbs that change their form (irregular verbs / starke Verben) super easy.

    There is a free PDF to follow along (and practice further). 📥 Download Part 2 of the FREE German Verbs Guide: https://bettergerman.info/verbs2

    Susi shows that German grammar doesn’t have to be complicated and teaches a simple, structured method for learning verbs like fahren (to drive) and sprechen (to speak). By focusing on groups and easy vowel changes (like “a → ä” or “e → i”), you’ll learn faster and speak German more fluently.

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    34 m
  • 51 7 Ways to Practice German Even If You Don’t Live in Germany or Austria

    51 7 Ways to Practice German Even If You Don’t Live in Germany or Austria
    Nov 27 2025
    If you’re ready to finally speak with confidence — not just “know things” — this course is built for you. Clear explanations, practical exercises, and the kind of guidance that actually gets you talking. Pre-sale is live now, and it’s the perfect moment to jump in before doors fully open.

    In Episode 51 of the Better German Podcast, host Susi Blumel walks you through the 7 ways of practicing German even when you are not a native speaker yourself. She busts the myth that only native speakers can teach you well. and why it’s absolutely not required for becoming a confident German speaker. Instead, you’ll hear what actually matters when you’re learning: clarity, structure, practice, and saying things out loud until they stick. Simple, practical, and freeing!

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    38 m
  • 50 German Clothes Words and Simple Sentence Practice

    50 German Clothes Words and Simple Sentence Practice
    Nov 20 2025
    Grab the free PDF for this episode here: https://bettergerman.info/clothes
    This guide gives you all the clothing vocabulary from episode 46 so you can follow along as Susi practices it in real sentences.
    In this special 50th episode of the Better German Podcast, Susi Blümel brings the clothes topic back to life — not just listing the words, but showing you how to use them in clear, everyday sentences. You’ll practice clothing items, colors, and simple descriptions, while Susi highlights the key grammar you need, like articles and plurals.By the end, you’ll feel confident using these clothing words naturally when you speak.
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    34 m
  • 49 "Sie" – She, They, It or You? Finally Learn the Difference

    49 "Sie" – She, They, It or You? Finally Learn the Difference
    Nov 13 2025
    Grab the free PDF for this episode here: https://bettergerman.info/sie
    This guide walks you through all the different uses of “sie” in one place. Work through the examples, follow along with Susi in the episode, and test yourself with short sentences so each meaning sticks for good. It's straightforward, practical, and finally makes this tiny troublemaker easy to handle.

    In episode 49 of the Better German podcast, Susi Blümel explains the different meanings of the little word sie — it can mean "she," "they," "it," or the polite "you." Susi shows you easy ways to tell which one is meant, using simple examples and everyday sentences. By the end, you'll finally understand how this one word can mean so many things, and you'll feel much more confident using it when you speak.
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    30 m
  • 48 Stop Forgetting German Words - Do These Easy Steps

    48 Stop Forgetting German Words - Do These Easy Steps
    Nov 6 2025
    Hello!✨Welcome to Episode 48 of the Better German Podcast, where host Susi Blümel dives into one of the biggest challenges every learner faces: Why it’s so hard to remember German words — and what you can do to make them stick finally.She also shares some exciting updates about the show: new weekly episodes, a growing team, and easier access to free PDF companion guides — now available to everyone, not just community members!The Better German Community is still open for you to join anytime — a friendly space to learn, practice, and connect with others who love the language as much as you do.✨
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    28 m
  • 47 Learn How to Use German Adjectives in Sentences

    47 Learn How to Use German Adjectives in Sentences
    Oct 30 2025
    📥Here you'll find the PDF that accompanies this episode: https://bettergerman.info/adjectives

    Ready to put your German adjectives into action? In this episode, Susi builds on the vocab from Episode 44 and helps you master words like groß (big), alt (old), kalt (cold), warm (warm, and more—this time in full sentences you can actually use.✨
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    35 m
  • 46 Essential Words for Clothes You Should Know

    46 Essential Words for Clothes You Should Know
    Oct 16 2025
    📥Here you'll find the PDF that accompanies this episode: https://bettergerman.info/clothes
    Download this free PDF and practice the clothing words from Episode 46. Learn the clothes words as you follow along with the episode and start using them in sentences—quick, simple, and effective!

    In Episode 46, host Susi Blümel expands your German vocabulary with a focus on clothing words. From shirts and coats to trousers and dresses, you’ll learn the most useful nouns, how their plurals work, and where English and German differ in surprising ways. Susi also shares practical tips to make these words stick and explains how to practice them in real life.
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    31 m
  • 45 Learn German Verbs The Easy Way

    45 Learn German Verbs The Easy Way
    Oct 2 2025
    📥Here you'll find the PDF that accompanies this episode: https://bettergerman.info/verbs1.
    Download this free PDF and practice the verbs from Episode 45 step by step. Learn the forms, follow along with the podcast, and create your own sentences. Quick, simple, and effective—start speaking with confidence today!

    In this episode of Better German , host Susi Blümel tackles one of the most essential building blocks of the language: verbs in the present tense. Susi shows you the main patterns of regular verbs, step by step, and explains the verb endings you need to know. With easy examples, she helps you understand the rules and use them in your own sentences. By the end, you'll see that verbs in the present are not as hard as they seem—and you'll feel ready to use them in daily conversations with more confidence.
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    29 m