German Course

Designed for those with no previous knowledge of the language, this course in German provides students with a range of activities. Each chapter contains: a 'Language Focus' section, with explanation of grammatical structures; a 'Language in Use' section,with exercises to test knowledge of the work covered in 'Language Focus'; and more.

Reprint of the original, first published in 1879.

The "Complete German Course" is a comprehensive guide designed to take learners from absolute beginners to confident speakers of the German language. This meticulously structured course is ideal for anyone looking to master German for personal, academic, or professional reasons. Whether you're planning a trip to Germany, seeking to enhance your career prospects, or simply interested in learning a new language, this book offers all the tools you need to succeed. Starting with the basics, the course introduces the German alphabet, pronunciation, and essential vocabulary. Through a series of engaging lessons, readers will quickly learn to construct simple sentences and communicate in everyday situations. The clear, step-by-step approach ensures that learners build a solid foundation before moving on to more complex topics. Each chapter is filled with practical exercises, cultural insights, and real-life dialogues to make learning both effective and enjoyable. As you progress through the "Complete German Course," you'll dive deeper into the intricacies of German grammar, including verb conjugations, noun declensions, and sentence structure. The course also covers a wide range of vocabulary and expressions used in various contexts, from casual conversations to formal business meetings. With plenty of practice exercises and review sections, learners can reinforce their understanding and track their progress along the way. One of the standout features of this course is its emphasis on immersive learning. The book includes numerous listening and speaking activities designed to enhance your comprehension and pronunciation skills. By engaging with authentic audio materials and interactive exercises, you'll develop the confidence to speak German naturally and fluently. Additionally, the course provides tips and strategies for effective language learning, helping you stay motivated and make steady progress. By the end of the "Complete German Course," you'll have gained a thorough understanding of the German language and culture. You'll be equipped with the skills to navigate various social and professional situations with ease. Whether you're preparing for a language proficiency test, planning to study or work in a German-speaking country, or simply looking to broaden your horizons, this course is your ultimate companion on the journey to mastering German.

Reprint of the original, first published in 1881.

Reprint of the original, first published in 1881.

Reprint of the original, first published in 1875.

Reading German is a structured reading course designed to take a wide variety of users to an independent reading of authentic German texts. It is ideally suited for courses in colleges and universities, for students or specialists in any discipline, and for independent learners. Drawing on recent research into reading in a foreign language, the course chapters focus on the recognition and decoding of progressively complex written structures, before rehearsing a variety of strategies (suchas skimming and scanning) for negotiating longer and more complex texts. The book has four sections: a 16-chapter reading course an extensive reference section containing a specially-designed grammar of written German a further exercises section, for further work on recognizing structures a text corpus containing 23 texts of various types, with facing English translations. Grammatical points explained in the reference section are frequently illustrated using examples located in the text corpus. The only other resource the user will need is a bilingual dictionary. Advice on how to use a dictionary is contained in the reference section.

Complete German is a comprehensive book and audio language course that takes you from beginner to intermediate level. The new edition of this successful course has been fully revised and is packed with new learning features to give you the language, practice and skills to communicate with confidence. - Maps from A1 to B2 of the Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR) for languages - 23 learning units plus verbs reference and word glossary - Discovery Method - figure out rules and patterns to make the language stick - Teaches the key skills - reading, writing, listening and speaking - Learn to learn - tips and skills on how to be a better language learner - Culture notes - learn about the people and places of Germany - Outcomes-based learning - focus your studies with clear aims - Authentic listening activities - everyday conversations give you a flavour of real spoken German - Test Yourself - see and track your own progress In this pack you?ll get a full-colour book and one MP3 CD of audio material. You can download the MP3 files on the disc from your computer to your MP3 player or play the disc in an MP3-compatible CD player. Get our companion app. German course: Teach Yourself is full of fun, interactive activities to support your learning with this course. Apple and Android versions available. Rely on Teach Yourself, trusted by language learners for over 75 years.