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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.

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.✨

🎧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.✨Plus, you’ll get a free downloadable PDF guide inside the free-to-join Better German Community to follow along and review later—because great learning doesn’t stop when the episode ends.

🎧Welcome to another episode of the Better German Podcast! 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. And don’t forget — you can grab the Clothes PDF Guide inside the Better German Community, which is free to join. It's a place for learners to connect, ask questions, and keep growing in German together. 🤓

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. And remember—learning is easier when you do it together. Join the free Better German Community to connect with other learners, share your progress, and keep your German improving!

In this episode of Better German, host Susi Blumel introduces 16 essential German adjectives—describing words like big, small, old, young, and more—that bring sentences to life. You’ll also learn what Germans call these words (Adjektiv and Eigenschaftswort), plus get practical pronunciation tips (especially for the German r). With examples, practice sentences, and a free PDF guide, this episode sets the stage for a whole series on adjectives—helping you describe the world in German with confidence. Don't forget to join the completely free Better German community, where you'll find the free PDF guides, courses, peer support, and more!

In episode 43 of the Better German Podcast, host Susi Blumel breaks down everything you need to know about German numbers. She guides listeners through counting from 1 to 100, explains the difference between “eins” and “ein,” and introduces patterns for numbers above 20. She also highlights handy resources available for download in the Better German community and previews upcoming episodes on adjectives, ordinal numbers, and dates. This episode is perfect for beginners or anyone wanting to brush up on their German number skills.

In this episode of Better German, Susi Blumel helps you start using color words in real sentences. You’ll learn how to ask, What color is...? and how to answer with simple phrases. You can also get a free PDF with all the examples—available in the Better German Community, a friendly place to learn and practice together. It’s a fun and easy way to start speaking more German!

In this episode of Better German, host Susi Blumel explores the often confusing concept of “false friends”—German words that look or sound like English ones but mean something entirely different. With relatable stories and examples like Gift, become, and Rat, Susi highlights how these tricky pairs can lead to misunderstandings. She shares practical tips for spotting and mastering false friends, including smart vocabulary-building strategies and the importance of a good dictionary. The episode also gives a shoutout to the free Better German Community—which is completely free to join and is an encouraging space for learners to connect and keep growing! ✨ Join The Better German Community Think you’re “bad at languages”? You’re not—the method was just wrong. Join the Better German Community and learn German in a way that finally makes sense. 📰 Sign Up for Our Newsletter Get Tips & Updates Straight To Your Inbox! 🌍 Explore Our Podcast Episodes New to the podcast? Head over to our podcast homepage to find other episodes you’ll love. 💬 Come See Our Approach For Yourself We believe in real understanding, not just memorizing grammar rules—come see how we do in this YouTube Video. 🎓 Ready to take your German to the next level? Click here to book your free first session and let’s get started! Find out which course is right for you! Whether you’re just starting or want to finally feel confident speaking German, we’ll build a personal learning path that fits you. 📲 Stay Connected and Follow Us On: https://www.instagram.com/bettergermanonline/https://www.facebook.com/bettergerman.infohttps://www.youtube.com/@Better-Germanhttps://www.tiktok.com/@susibettergermanhttps://de.pinterest.com/susibettergerman/⭐ Enjoyed this episode? If you liked what you heard, give us a review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify or share it with a fellow learner!

In this episode of Better German teaches listeners the German words for basic colors. She shares updates about her teaching, new online courses, and the free Better German community. Susi provides a clear, repeat-after-me pronunciation guide for a range of color words, tips for memorizing and practicing vocabulary, and practical exercises to help learners integrate these new words into everyday use. Bonus resources, including a handy printable PDF with color vocabulary, are available in the Better German community which is completely free to sign up.

In Episode 38 of the Better German podcast, host Susi Blümel returns from a break to introduce the Better German Community—a new space created for German learners. The community offers a range of resources, including live Zoom classes on vocabulary, pronunciation, grammar, conversation, and fluency, along with a MatchUp feature to connect learners for practice. In this episode, Susi dives into the importance of conversation practice in learning German, sharing practical tips on how beginners can start with a study partner. She also emphasizes the value of keeping early conversations correction-free to build confidence and make learning enjoyable. Additionally, Susi invites listeners to join one of her free Zoom conversation classes to put these skills into action. The next episode will focus on German pronunciation—stay tuned!

In episode 38 of the Better German podcast, host Susi Blumel introduces an upcoming German beginner course and discusses a new frequency for podcast episodes. The main focus of the episode is a word list covering family members in German, with translations and helpful illustrations. Learn German repeating those words! Here you can get the list of words used with translation and an illustration.

Episode 37 is the third and final part of a mini-series introducing German cases. It briefly recaps the first two episodes, which covered the definition and importance of cases, names of cases, and how verbs determine cases. The focus of this episode is on how German prepositions determine cases, with examples provided for clarity. It also explains special prepositions that require different cases depending on context. Get the free PDF German Case Essentials here.

In this episode you will learn the names and basic usages of each of the four cases of the German language. Want to learn German without worrying about cases: Better German with Susi Beginner Course

In episode 35 of the Better German podcast I am going to give you an introduction to German cases. And we are discussing here the very basics - what are cases at all? Why do we have them? Other languages get along just fine without them, so what are they really.

This episode of the Better German Podcast provides a comprehensive guide for travelers to German speaking countries, focusing on essential German words, tips for accommodations, supermarkets, pharmacies, public transport, entertainment options, and restaurants. The host, Susi, also introduces a future course on German for traveling. Download the free PDF with the words here.

In this episode of Better German, Susie Blumel goes into the topic of formal and informal communication in the German language. She explains how the usage of different forms depends on the level of familiarity with the person you are addressing, and how this can vary in social or professional settings, providing practical examples for better comprehension.

Susi introduces and explains the meanings of typical German words like 'eh', 'jö', 'gell', 'na ja', and 'gerne'. It also touches on the Better German Academy, a project aiming to provide comprehensive learning materials for German language learners.

In this episode we will talk about 'The Sound of Music' from an Austrian perspective, discussing its historical context, the impact of World War II, and the portrayal of Austrian traditions. We will go into the reason why The Sound of Music was literally successful everywhere but in Austria and Germany. But how much of The Sound of Music is actually alive? Just the hills?

This Episode of the Better German podcast covers the different forms of the verb 'to be' in German, providing examples and explanations for each form. You will also hear about gender in German nouns and get information about resources for learning the language with ease.