Your first week in Germany puts you in front of ticket machines, hotel desks and people who speak faster than you expected. Start with the phrases you can use before the day ends.

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What this guide covers

Say hello, introduce yourself and ask simple questions.

Understand numbers, dates, time and basic directions.

Use German at the station, on public transport and in your first everyday conversations.

Every lesson in this guide

3 chapters, 38 lessons in order. German title first, English explanation underneath. Lessons marked Start are the recommended path if you are new to this topic.