The German language is known for having words that describe things perfectly. We spoke to a German blogger to put together a list of some of the best ones.
Compared to people from countries like Italy or Brazil, Germans aren’t that well known for their gestures. But hand signals and interjections can communicate just as much as (if not more than) words, so you’d be wise to know what the ones on this list mean.
Our word of the day relates to a popular news story about German students launching petitions over their 'too difficult' maths exam. Let us fill you in on the Abi.
Hundreds of firefighters were battling a blaze in a forest area in the central German state of Hesse on Thursday, thought to have been caused by a lightning strike.
Today’s word of the day, which was recommended by a Local reader, is a good one to know for crossword puzzles and for when you come across weird ideas.
Feierabend is the name for the time after you finish work; when you switch off your computer, hang up your tools, or get rid of your uniform. And Germans really know how to embrace it.
