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Coffee Break Languages

Learn German in coffee-break lessons from the Radio Lingua Network. In each lesson we'll focus on the language you need to know and before long you'll be making yourself understood with native German speakers.

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Coffee Break German

New mini-series! 

Starting on Monday 20th October, join Mark and the Coffee Break German Team for a virtual treasure hunt across Europe, in which we'll discover clues, solve the mystery and practise our German.

But this is not just a language lesson – it's a competition! By taking part you could win some amazing prizes which will help you take your German to the next level.

For everything you need to know about this mini series and how to take part in the competition, click here.

Die große CoffeeBreak Schatzsuche 2025 - coming soon!

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Announcing the Coffee Break Treasure Hunt 2025

In this short episode, Thomas gives you a quick lesson on talking about quantities in German! ☕✨

We’ll cover the tricky difference between viel (for uncountable nouns) and viele (for countable nouns), plus some handy related words like wenig/wenige, manche or jede Menge. You’ll hear clear examples, practise a few short exercises, and pick up some grammar tips that make using these words much easier.

By the end, you’ll know not only how to say “much” and “many,” but also a few advanced ways to express exactly how much of something there is. Perfect for conversation, writing, or even impressing your German friends with your vocabulary.

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'Viel' or 'Viele'? Talking about quantities in German | A Coffee Break with Thomas

In this Coffee Break German mini-episode, Thomas shares a quick and friendly guide to expressing gratitude in German. ☕🙏

We’ll explore the usual Danke, along with many other options depending on the situation and if you are talking to a police officer, an old friend or your colleagues at work. 

With short examples and a touch of humour, this episode will help you thank people confidently in any situation, and maybe even impress a German speaker with your variety!

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Choosing the "right" thank you in German | A Coffee Break with Thomas

In this mini-episode, Thomas helps you unlock the mystery of the Nullartikel, when German nouns don’t need an article! ☕💡

We’ll look at examples from meals, professions, languages, and abstract ideas, and show how dropping the article can make your German sound more natural. With short, practical examples and a few exercises, you’ll quickly get a feel for this sometimes tricky grammar point.

Perfect for learners wanting to improve fluency in conversation, or anyone curious about how German handles nouns without a definite or indefinite article.

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The Nullartikel in German | A Coffee Break with Thomas

Autumn is here, and in this lesson, Thomas takes you through the cosy world of German autumn words and expressions! 🍂☕

We’ll explore terms for leaves, harvest, and seasonal fun, plus idiomatic expressions you might not find in a dictionary. From talking about falling leaves to phrases used during harvest time, you’ll learn vocabulary that’s perfect for chatting about the season with friends or reading a German magazine.

With short, clear examples and quick practice sentences, this mini-lesson is ideal for building your vocabulary and keeping your German seasonal and fun.

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Autumn in German | A Coffee Break with Thomas

Here is a short mini-lesson to keep your German ticking over until we launch our next podcast series. In today’s mini lesson, we’re joined by Thomas from the Coffee Break German team to explore three expressions related to Hitze and Sonne☀️🔥

So, whether you're planning a summer trip or just enjoying the sunshine at home, this lesson will add some seasonal flair to your German vocabulary.

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3 fun German expressions about 'Hitze' & 'Sonne' | A Coffee Break with Thomas

In this espresso episode, join Mark as he shares practical tips to help you make the most of the little moments in your day and turn them into powerful opportunities for language learning! 💪 Discover how his recent trip to Slovenia taught him how his small interactions can help you build confidence and momentum in your learning.

You’ll also get a taste of exclusive resources from the Coffee Break Club, our on-demand video library. The Coffee Break Club features over 1700 video lessons in French, Italian, German and Spanish, which you can access wherever you are, on our app and web platform, so that you always have a video lesson ready to accompany any time of your day.

✅ From 1st-15th September 2025, we're offering a special discount on subscriptions to the Coffee Break Club. You can get 15% off a monthly subscription or 25% off a yearly subscription. Just visit coffeebreakcourses.com/club to get your discount.

Finally, click here to sign up for our newsletter to receive regular free mini-lessons straight to your inbox. 📩

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How to maximise your language learning every day | A Coffee Break with Mark

Join Thomas for a coffee break, in which you'll have the chance to practise and improve your German over just 10 minutes!

We're firing up the barbecue and learning all about the art of hosting a German Grillparty! 🍗🌭 Thomas walks you through essential vocabulary to enjoy a summer barbecue the German way. 

Looking to continue improving your German skills? We’ve got plenty of great content to help you along the way and a free newsletter for even more tips and resources. Click here now! 📩

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The art of hosting a German 'Grillparty' | A Coffee Break with Thomas

Here at Coffee Break German, we're currently enjoying working on our next podcast series for you, but in the meantime, we hope you enjoy this mini, espresso lesson with Thomas. 

In this episode, we’re exploring the many meanings of the word bitte. You’ll discover how to use bitte in different contexts, including:

 ➡️ as a polite request 

 ➡️ as a response 

 ➡️ for clarification

 ➡️ to offer something

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The many meanings of 'bitte' | A Coffee Break with Thomas

In these short, espresso-style episodes, we help you improve your German a little bit each time. In today’s episode, we’re joined by Thomas from the Coffee Break German team.

Today, we’re tackling how to answer wann questions in German, and when to use the dative or accusative case in your answer. ⏰ By the end of the episode, you’ll be ready to handle these questions in your everyday conversations.

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How to answer 'wann' questions in German | A Coffee Break with Thomas

Mark and Thomas return with the next chapter of Scenes! As heavy rain pours down, Johanna rushes into the café, drenched and frustrated. A dedicated law student, she usually enjoys studying here, but today, her soaked textbooks and looming deadlines leave her feeling overwhelmed.

Erna, always quick to notice when someone needs support, offers comforting words and a little extra whipped cream on Johanna’s favourite rhubarb cake. Will that – and a warm conversation – help lift her spirits?

Alongside the story, Mark and Thomas discuss complex relative clauses, the use of past participles as adjectives, and useful expressions like etwas wiedergutmachen and jemanden aufmuntern.

Finde heraus, was in Kapitel 2 passiert – eine perfekte Gelegenheit, dein Deutsch in einer entspannten Atmosphäre zu verbessern!

Click here to access the premium course of Scenes, which includes access to lesson notes, vocabulary lists, exercises, quizzes (and much more!) to check your understanding.

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CBG Scenes 1.02 | Ein Extrahäubchen Schlagsahne

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