German for shopping, food and everyday errands
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The supermarket, bakery and parcel counter give you useful German practice every week. Learn the words that help you buy, order, return and ask without guessing.
What this guide covers
Buying food, understanding prices and using Pfand.
Ordering food, reserving a table and asking about allergies.
Sending, collecting and tracking parcels.
Every lesson in this guide
3 chapters, 26 lessons in order. German title first, English explanation underneath. Lessons marked Start are the recommended path if you are new to this topic.
Einkaufen und Größen
Shopping and sizes
- 7.1Im SupermarktStart at the supermarketStart · 1
- 7.2Obst und GemüseFruit and vegetablesStart · 2
- 7.3Brot und MilchBread and milk
- 7.4An der KasseAt the checkout
- 7.5Das PfandPfand in GermanyStart · 3
- 7.6Beim BäckerAt the bakeryStart · 4
- 7.7Beim MetzgerAt the butcher
- 7.8Haltbarkeit und ReklamationExpiry dates and complaints
- 7.9Kleidung kaufenBuying clothes and sizesStart · 5
- 7.10Die GrößeFinding your size
- 7.11Zu eng, zu weitToo tight, too loose
- 7.12Sonntag ist zuEverything is closed on Sundays