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Free online courseLearn German A1

Duration of the online course: 3 hours and 15 minutes

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Speak German with confidence: free A1 course to master pronunciation, greetings, numbers and polite phrases—ideal for travel, study or work.

In this free course, learn about

  • Core A1 German basics: greetings, introductions, simple sentences and everyday vocabulary
  • Pronunciation of short vs long German "a" and how to intentionally produce the long "a"
  • Pronunciation rules for final "g" in German words
  • Pronunciation of German letters/sounds: Z, X, and the closest German sound to English "th"
  • Which German letter shares the same pronunciation as in English (and when)
  • Regional vs standard greetings: "Griasdi" vs "Grüß Gott"
  • Common farewells incl. one meaning "have a nice rest of your day"
  • Formal vs informal address in Germany (e.g., using Sie vs du with strangers)
  • How to ask someone to speak English in German
  • German 3rd-person singular pronouns (er/sie/es) and how they are used
  • Meaning/interpretation of the phrase "Zee maken an anger boat"
  • Formal way to ask "How are you?" in German
  • German question word meaning: what "vole" refers to in German
  • How to state nationality correctly in German
  • Number patterns up to 99, incl. adding -te/-st to form ordinals
  • Word order: ordering multiple time elements in a sentence

Course Description

Start building real, usable German from day one with this free online A1 course designed for absolute beginners. If you want to travel more comfortably, prepare for study or work opportunities, or simply understand and speak the basics with confidence, this training helps you create a solid foundation without feeling overwhelmed.

A strong start in German depends on pronunciation, and that is where many learners struggle. This course helps you train your ear and your mouth for the sounds that make German sound German, from long and short vowels to letters that behave differently than in English. You will practice key sound patterns and common pronunciation traps so you can be understood more easily and avoid developing habits that are hard to fix later.

You will also learn how German is used in real social situations. From greetings and farewells to choosing the appropriate formal form of address, you will gain the practical language that helps you make a good impression and communicate politely. You will know what to say when you need help, including how to ask someone to switch to English, while still keeping the interaction respectful and clear.

As your confidence grows, you will begin to understand core grammar ideas that unlock everyday conversation. The course supports you in recognizing common pronouns, asking simple questions, describing nationality, and forming time expressions in a natural order. These building blocks make it easier to create your own sentences rather than memorizing isolated phrases.

Finally, you will strengthen essential beginner skills such as numbers and everyday patterns that appear constantly in dates, schedules, shopping, and basic planning. By the end, you should feel more comfortable listening to beginner German, speaking with clearer pronunciation, and handling simple conversations with the kind of accuracy that makes continued learning much easier.

Course content

  • Video class: Learn German for Beginners Complete A1 German Course with Herr Antrim 3h15m
  • Exercise: _What is the difference between the short and long "A" sound in German?
  • Exercise: _What is the correct way to force the long "a" sound in German?
  • Exercise: _What is the correct pronunciation of the letter G when it is at the end of a word in German?
  • Exercise: _What is the sound of the letter Z in German?
  • Exercise: _What is the German pronunciation of the English "th" sound?
  • Exercise: _Which letter in German has the same pronunciation as in English?
  • Exercise: _What is the difference between "Griasdi" and "Grüß Gott" in German?
  • Exercise: _What is the German farewell that means "have a nice rest of your day"?
  • Exercise: _What form of address should you use when speaking to someone you are not familiar with in Germany?
  • Exercise: _What can you say to ask someone to speak English?
  • Exercise: _What sound is represented by the letter X in German?
  • Exercise: _How many third-person singular pronouns are there in German and how are they used?
  • Exercise: _What does "Zee maken an anger boat" mean?
  • Exercise: _What is the formal version of "How are you" in German?
  • Exercise: _What does the question word "vole" mean in German?
  • Exercise: _What is the correct way to describe someone's nationality in German?
  • Exercise: _What is the pattern followed for numbers up to and including nine and nine?
  • Exercise: _What does adding "te" or "st" to a cardinal number do?
  • Exercise: _What is the order of time elements in a sentence with multiple time references?

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