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Episodio 1Introducing Coffee Break German Season 322 de octubre de 2021 · 8 min
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Último episodio
8 Sep 2026

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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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Episodios 214

  1. Bonus Episode: Clues Explained - Die große Coffee Break Schatzsuche 2026

    13 minTemporada 15 · Episodio 5

    We're back with a special bonus episode of the Great Coffee Break Treasure Hunt 2026! Join us for a detailed explanation of this year's Treasure Hunt clues. Sit back, relax and enjoy listening to this episode …

    Notas del episodio
    We're back with a special bonus episode of the Great Coffee Break Treasure Hunt 2026! Join us for a detailed explanation of this year's Treasure Hunt clues. Sit back, relax and enjoy listening to this episode on your next coffee break. ☕️

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  2. Clue #4 (Deutsch) | The Great Coffee Break Treasure Hunt 2026

    9 minTemporada 14 · Episodio 4

    We have reached the last clue of our virtual treasure hunt - Die große Coffee Break Schatzsuche 2026 - which will lead us to the final location! Test your German and detective skills as we reveal everything you …

    Notas del episodio

    We have reached the last clue of our virtual treasure hunt - Die große Coffee Break Schatzsuche 2026 - which will lead us to the final location! Test your German and detective skills as we reveal everything you need to know to determine the last destination. Remember to submit your entry form listing the location from each episode to be in with a chance of winning a prize.


    Click here to locate the entry form and for further details about the competition.

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  3. Clue #3 (Deutsch) | The Great Coffee Break Treasure Hunt 2026

    11 minTemporada 14 · Episodio 3

    It's time for the third clue of Die große Coffee Break Schatzsuche 2026, our virtual treasure hunt across Europe! Using the interesting facts we provide, and your language skills, can you work out where …

    Notas del episodio

    It's time for the third clue of Die große Coffee Break Schatzsuche 2026, our virtual treasure hunt across Europe! Using the interesting facts we provide, and your language skills, can you work out where checkpoint number three is? In case you missed it - everyone who correctly identifies the four mystery locations will win a free month's subscription to Coffee Break German TV during September, as well as being entered into a prize draw to win lifetime access to our entire collection of German courses!


    Don't miss out on this exciting adventure - click here for more details.

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  4. Clue #2 (Deutsch) | The Great Coffee Break Treasure Hunt 2026

    11 minTemporada 14 · Episodio 2

    We're back with the next episode of Die große Coffee Break Schatzsuche 2026, our virtual treasure hunt across Europe! Join us as we reveal clue number two which takes us one step closer to our final location …

    Notas del episodio

    We're back with the next episode of Die große Coffee Break Schatzsuche 2026, our virtual treasure hunt across Europe! Join us as we reveal clue number two which takes us one step closer to our final location. As we continue through this mini series we'll discover further clues to help you solve the mystery. Remember, you could be in with a chance of winning some great prizes!


    For further details about how you can take part in the treasure hunt and enter the competition, click here.

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  5. Clue #1 (Deutsch) | The Great Coffee Break Treasure Hunt 2026

    11 minTemporada 14 · Episodio 1

    Welcome to the first episode of Die große Coffee Break Schatzsuche 2026 our virtual treasure hunt across Europe! Join us in this first episode as we reveal the initial clue. As you continue through this mini …

    Notas del episodio

    Welcome to the first episode of Die große Coffee Break Schatzsuche 2026 our virtual treasure hunt across Europe! Join us in this first episode as we reveal the initial clue. As you continue through this mini series you’ll discover further clues, solve the mystery and practise your German.


    For further details about Clue 1 and how you can take part, click here.

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  6. The Great Coffee Break Treasure Hunt 2026

    3 minTemporada 14Tráiler

    Four mystery cities. Four cryptic clues. One week to work out where we're going.The Great Coffee Break Treasure Hunt is back for 2026, and everything happens here …

    Notas del episodio

    Four mystery cities. Four cryptic clues. One week to work out where we're going.


    The Great Coffee Break Treasure Hunt is back for 2026, and everything happens here: https://coffeebreaklanguages.com/treasurehunt


    Each clue is a short poem describing a European city without ever naming it. Every clue is written from scratch in French, Italian, German and Spanish by the team who teach it, so it rhymes and reads properly in each one. Watch in whichever language you're learning.


    WHEN THE CLUES GO LIVE (all 1pm UK)

    Clue 1: Monday 24 August

    Clue 2: Wednesday 26 August

    Clue 3: Friday 28 August

    Clue 4: Sunday 30 August


    HOW TO ENTER

    The entry form opens on the Treasure Hunt website on Sunday 30 August, alongside the final clue, and closes at 11:59pm UK on Monday 31 August.


    WHAT YOU CAN WIN

    Get all four right and you win a free month on Coffee Break TV, our on-demand video platform, in whichever language you're learning. You also go into a prize draw. One name comes out of the hat for each language, and that person takes the whole collection of Coffee Break courses in their language.


    THE BONUS CLUE

    Sign up for the Treasure Hunt emails and we'll send you an extra clue with every city: roughly how far it is from the last one, and in which direction. That one only goes out by email. You can sign up on the landing page.


    THE REVEAL

    Mark names all four cities, and the hidden spot the final clue points to, on Tuesday 1 September at 4pm UK. A second video on Wednesday 2 September goes back through every clue line by line and explains how each one worked. It's free, it's open to everyone, and there's no travel involved.


    https://coffeebreaklanguages.com/treasurehunt

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  7. The many meanings of the German verb 'stehen'

    8 minTemporada 13 · Episodio 10

    You probably learned 'stehen' as the German verb for "standing". In this episode, Thomas explains the range of other meanings it carries in everyday German, including expressions like 'auf jemanden stehen' …

    Notas del episodio

    You probably learned 'stehen' as the German verb for "standing". In this episode, Thomas explains the range of other meanings it carries in everyday German, including expressions like 'auf jemanden stehen', where the English translation is nothing to do with standing at all. Small verb, surprisingly wide reach.


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  8. The hidden German continuous tense: am + verb

    8 minTemporada 13 · Episodio 9

    Thomas explains how German handles continuous actions, something that doesn't come with its own dedicated tense the way English '-ing' forms do. He also introduces the increasingly popular am-progressive: 'Wir …

    Notas del episodio

    Thomas explains how German handles continuous actions, something that doesn't come with its own dedicated tense the way English '-ing' forms do. He also introduces the increasingly popular am-progressive: 'Wir sind gerade am Entspannen', 'Gestern waren wir am Wandern'. It's a handy shortcut that also means one less set of conjugation rules to worry about.


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  9. How to say 'feel' in German: fühlen, sich fühlen and sich anfühlen

    7 minTemporada 13 · Episodio 8

    One English word, three German ones. In this episode, Thomas explains why "feel" splits into "fühlen", "sich fühlen" and "sich anfühlen" in German, and how to know which one you need. In this episode we provide …

    Notas del episodio

    One English word, three German ones. In this episode, Thomas explains why "feel" splits into "fühlen", "sich fühlen" and "sich anfühlen" in German, and how to know which one you need. In this episode we provide a short summary of the three, alongside a mention of the exercises on the YouTube video.


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  10. Five common mistakes German learners make, and how to fix them

    8 minTemporada 13 · Episodio 7

    I bet you've done at least one of these. In this episode I walk through five mistakes German learners make all the time, from getting the construction behind "recht haben" right, to knowing when to use "wenn" …

    Notas del episodio

    I bet you've done at least one of these. In this episode I walk through five mistakes German learners make all the time, from getting the construction behind "recht haben" right, to knowing when to use "wenn" and when to use "als", to the little contrast between "ich bin ..." and "mir ist ..." when you talk about how you feel. We'll also sort out "machen" versus "nehmen" and why fun "macht Spaß" rather than "ist Spaß". None of these are hard once you see what's going on, and fixing them makes a real difference to how natural your German sounds.


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  11. Ordering ice cream in the German-speaking world: what to know first

    9 minTemporada 13 · Episodio 6

    Ordering an ice cream might sound simple, but in German-speaking countries it can be a surprisingly different experience. In this episode, Thomas explains how it all works, from reading the menu to ordering at …

    Notas del episodio

    Ordering an ice cream might sound simple, but in German-speaking countries it can be a surprisingly different experience. In this episode, Thomas explains how it all works, from reading the menu to ordering at the counter, along with the words and phrases you need to get your 'Eis' just right. You'll be ready for your next visit to an 'Eiscafé'.


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  12. What to say in German when you're lost for words

    7 minTemporada 13 · Episodio 5

    We've all been there: you're mid-sentence and the word just won't come. In this episode, Thomas shares the little phrases German speakers reach for when they're lost for words or need a second to think. Learn …

    Notas del episodio

    We've all been there: you're mid-sentence and the word just won't come. In this episode, Thomas shares the little phrases German speakers reach for when they're lost for words or need a second to think. Learn how to buy yourself time and keep a conversation flowing naturally.


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  13. Nach, nachdem or danach? How to say 'after' and 'during' in German

    10 minTemporada 13 · Episodio 4

    English gets by with one little word, after, but German has three: nach, nachdem and danach. In this episode, Thomas picks up where the 'before' episode left off and shows you when to use each one, along with …

    Notas del episodio

    English gets by with one little word, after, but German has three: nach, nachdem and danach. In this episode, Thomas picks up where the 'before' episode left off and shows you when to use each one, along with während, the single German word for during. He finishes with some handy vocabulary for saying just, right and directly before or after something.


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  14. Vor, bevor or davor? 3 German words for 'before' explained

    8 minTemporada 13 · Episodio 3

    Thomas explains how German handles the word "before". You'll see when to use "vor", "bevor" and "davor", with clear example sentences that show each one in context. By the end, you'll know exactly which word to …

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    Thomas explains how German handles the word "before". You'll see when to use "vor", "bevor" and "davor", with clear example sentences that show each one in context. By the end, you'll know exactly which word to reach for and when. Which one trips you up the most?


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  15. 5 German words with no English equivalent

    8 minTemporada 13 · Episodio 2

    Thomas introduces five beautifully untranslatable German words that capture feelings and experiences English needs a whole sentence to describe. From "Kopfkino" and "Fernweh" to the warm, hard-to-define …

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    Thomas introduces five beautifully untranslatable German words that capture feelings and experiences English needs a whole sentence to describe. From "Kopfkino" and "Fernweh" to the warm, hard-to-define "Geborgenheit", you'll discover what each word means, how to use it, and why German has words for ideas other languages don't. Which one is your favourite?


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  16. 10 German words that look English: true friends or false friends?

    8 minTemporada 13 · Episodio 1

    Are you ready for a test? In this episode, Thomas presents 10 German words that look just like English words and challenges you to decide whether they share the same meaning or not. You'll pick up some new …

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    Are you ready for a test? In this episode, Thomas presents 10 German words that look just like English words and challenges you to decide whether they share the same meaning or not. You'll pick up some new vocabulary and learn to avoid some surprisingly common misunderstandings.


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  17. Scenes Season 2 | Chapter 10: Ein Anfang und ein Ende

    31 minTemporada 12 · Episodio 10

    Welcome back to Erna’s Café - our charming German café, where the aroma of fresh coffee lingers, conversations flow, and life unfolds around every table. In this immersive series, we follow a compelling story …

    Notas del episodio

    Welcome back to Erna’s Café - our charming German café, where the aroma of fresh coffee lingers, conversations flow, and life unfolds around every table. In this immersive series, we follow a compelling story set in a local café and help you build your language skills naturally through storytelling.


    Today, some regulars’ routines are unexpectedly changed.


    Die Erzählerin beobachtet eine Mutter, die den Tisch abräumt, als Charlotte das Café betritt – und diesmal ist Heinz auch dabei. Selbst sein Hund Kerlchen kommt wedelnd hinterher. Erna erkennt sofort, dass dies ein besonderer Moment ist.


    This last chapter of Scenes Season 2 is about new beginnings, shared moments, and sunny surprises.


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  18. Scenes Season 2 | Chapter 9: Sommersonne und Abschiedslächeln

    33 minTemporada 12 · Episodio 9

    Welcome back to Erna’s Café - our charming German café, where the aroma of fresh coffee lingers, conversations flow, and life unfolds around every table. In this immersive series, we follow a compelling story …

    Notas del episodio

    Welcome back to Erna’s Café - our charming German café, where the aroma of fresh coffee lingers, conversations flow, and life unfolds around every table. In this immersive series, we follow a compelling story set in a local café and help you build your language skills naturally through storytelling.


    Today, Felix works his final shift before starting a new job.


    Die Terrasse ist voll, die Sonne strahlt und Felix manövriert geschickt zwischen den Tischen. Erna behält alles im Blick und gibt kleine Anweisungen, während die Erzählerin Kuchen zu den Gästen bringt und zwei Jugendliche auf Rollschuhen vorbeisausen. Abschiede, Lachen und sommerliche Energie vermischen sich zu einem lebhaften Vormittag.


    This chapter is about farewells, busy mornings, and enjoying the moment.


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  19. Scenes Season 2 | Chapter 8: Strahlende Gesichter

    39 minTemporada 12 · Episodio 8

    Welcome back to Erna’s Café - our charming German café, where the aroma of fresh coffee lingers, conversations flow, and life unfolds around every table. In this immersive series, we follow a compelling story …

    Notas del episodio

    Welcome back to Erna’s Café - our charming German café, where the aroma of fresh coffee lingers, conversations flow, and life unfolds around every table. In this immersive series, we follow a compelling story set in a local café and help you build your language skills naturally through storytelling.


    Today, friendships are tested – and hearts are lightened.


    Johanna betritt das Café Händchen haltend mit Nadine, und Erna ist sofort zur Stelle, um sie herzlich zu begrüßen. Die Erzählerin beobachtet die beiden verlegen kichernden Freundinnen, während die Sonne durch die Fenster fällt. Nach langer Zeit scheint alles wieder an seinen Platz zu rücken, und das Café erfüllt sich mit Lachen und Wärme.


    This chapter is about friendship, joy, and unexpected happiness.


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  20. Scenes Season 2 | Chapter 7: Blicke sagen mehr als Worte

    31 minTemporada 12 · Episodio 7

    Welcome back to Erna’s Café - our charming German café, where the aroma of fresh coffee lingers, conversations flow, and life unfolds around every table. In this immersive series, we follow a compelling story …

    Notas del episodio

    Welcome back to Erna’s Café - our charming German café, where the aroma of fresh coffee lingers, conversations flow, and life unfolds around every table. In this immersive series, we follow a compelling story set in a local café and help you build your language skills naturally through storytelling.


    Während der Buchclub diskutiert, bemerkt die Erzählerin eine Frau mittleren Alters, die nervös auf die Uhr schaut. Plötzlich betritt ein tätowierter Junge das Café und setzt sich zu ihr. Beide wirken sichtbar unwohl, und Erna eilt herbei, um die Situation vorsichtig aufzufangen. Zwischen verlegenen Blicken und leisen Worten entwickelt sich ein Moment, den man nicht vorhersehen konnte.


    This chapter is about awkward meetings, tension, and how a little kindness can make a difference.


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  21. Scenes Season 2 | Chapter 6: Zwischen Kaffee und Karriere

    32 minTemporada 12 · Episodio 6

    Welcome back to Erna’s Café - our charming German café, where the aroma of fresh coffee lingers, conversations flow, and life unfolds around every table. In this immersive series, we follow a compelling story …

    Notas del episodio

    Welcome back to Erna’s Café - our charming German café, where the aroma of fresh coffee lingers, conversations flow, and life unfolds around every table. In this immersive series, we follow a compelling story set in a local café and help you build your language skills naturally through storytelling.


    Today is a big day for one of the café’s hardest workers. 


    Die Sonne scheint, die Gäste genießen ihre Getränke und Felix ist auch schon da. Jedoch ist er heute nicht hier, um zu arbeiten. Er bereitet sich auf ein wichtiges Treffen vor und Erna und die Erzählerin beobachten ihn dabei genau. Dann ist es endlich so weit, Felix steht auf und begrüßt den neuen Besucher. 


    This chapter is all about being prepared and making the right choices. 


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  22. Scenes Season 2 | Chapter 5: Auf’s Haus

    32 minTemporada 12 · Episodio 5

    Welcome back to Erna’s Café - our charming German café, where the aroma of fresh coffee lingers, conversations flow, and life unfolds around every table. In this immersive series, we follow a compelling story …

    Notas del episodio

    Welcome back to Erna’s Café - our charming German café, where the aroma of fresh coffee lingers, conversations flow, and life unfolds around every table. In this immersive series, we follow a compelling story set in a local café and help you build your language skills naturally through storytelling.


    There are some scenes that touch everyone’s feelings. A girl with two daisies, her dad counting coins, and a birthday cake that almost wasn’t. The gesture that follows will melt your heart. 


    Ein Vater und seine Tochter verbringen den Tag zusammen und kommen in Ernas Café für eine Stärkung. Nachdem der Vater sich jedoch um die Wünsche seiner Tochter kümmert, ist kaum mehr genug im Geldbeutel für ihn selbst. Solche rührenden Momente bleiben im Café nicht unbemerkt und außerdem war ja gestern Vatertag…


    A touching moment at Erna’s Café – and a reminder that small things can mean the most.


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  23. Scenes Season 2 | Chapter 4: Ein Tisch für zwei

    30 minTemporada 12 · Episodio 4

    Welcome back to Erna’s Café - our charming German café, where the aroma of fresh coffee lingers, conversations flow, and life unfolds around every table. In this immersive series, we follow a compelling story …

    Notas del episodio

    Welcome back to Erna’s Café - our charming German café, where the aroma of fresh coffee lingers, conversations flow, and life unfolds around every table. In this immersive series, we follow a compelling story set in a local café and build your language skills naturally through storytelling.


    The guests are gone… except for one couple. Caught up in each other, they don’t notice the time – or anything else.


    Ein junges Pärchen während ihrem ersten Date, verloren in Blicken, Gesten, kleinen Berührungen. Wer könnte so etwas Zartes und Unschuldiges nur unterbrechen? Na, bestimmt niemand in Ernas Café, auch wenn es bedeutet, dass heute ein paar Überstunden gemacht werden.


    This is one of those moments you don’t want to end. Find out how the evening draws to a close.


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  24. Scenes Season 2 | Chapter 3: Die guten alten Zeiten

    29 minTemporada 12 · Episodio 3

    Welcome back to Erna’s Café - our charming German café, where the aroma of fresh coffee lingers, conversations flow, and life unfolds around every table. In this immersive series, you’ll follow a compelling …

    Notas del episodio

    Welcome back to Erna’s Café - our charming German café, where the aroma of fresh coffee lingers, conversations flow, and life unfolds around every table. In this immersive series, you’ll follow a compelling story set in a local café and build your language skills naturally through storytelling.


    There’s always a story waiting to be told at Erna’s Café… A group of men walk in—well-dressed, familiar. Slowly, memories surface and emotions shift.


    Es braucht eine Weile bis Erna die vier ehemalige Stammgäste am Tisch erkennt. Doch als sie und die Erzählerin realisieren, wen heute da ist, ist die Freude umso größer. Jedoch ist die alte Gruppe nicht komplett und es stellt sich heraus, dass nicht alle Geschichten gut ausgehen…


    It’s a moving chapter about friendship, grief, and shared history. Settle in and listen to the next scene unfold.


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  25. Scenes Season 2 | Chapter 2: Zwischen Büchern und Ballons

    30 minTemporada 12 · Episodio 2

    Welcome back to Erna’s Café - our charming German café, where the aroma of fresh coffee lingers, conversations flow, and life unfolds around every table. In this immersive series, we follow a compelling story …

    Notas del episodio

    Welcome back to Erna’s Café - our charming German café, where the aroma of fresh coffee lingers, conversations flow, and life unfolds around every table. In this immersive series, we follow a compelling story set in a local café and help you build your language skills naturally through storytelling.


    With the book club debating at one table and a family celebration at another, things become lively quickly in Chapter 2 of Scenes from the Coffee Break German Café.


    Der Buchclub diskutiert heute über Max Frischs Stiller und vergisst dabei ganz, dass sie nicht alleine im Café sind. Ein paar Tische weiter feiert eine Großfamilie Geburtstag – mit Luftballons, Geschenken und kreischenden Kindern. Und mittendrin: Erna und ihr Team, die versuchen, bei all dem Treiben den Überblick zu behalten.


    There’s only so much excitement one café can take! Chapter 2 is now available – time to find out what happens next!


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  26. Scenes Season 2 | Chapter 1: Hand in Hand

    33 minTemporada 12 · Episodio 1

    Welcome back to Season 2 of Scenes from the Coffee Break German Café – willkommen in Staffel 2!If you joined us in Season 1 then you will already be familiar with Erna’s Café - our charming German café, where …

    Notas del episodio

    Welcome back to Season 2 of Scenes from the Coffee Break German Café – willkommen in Staffel 2!


    If you joined us in Season 1 then you will already be familiar with Erna’s Café - our charming German café, where the aroma of fresh coffee lingers, conversations flow, and life unfolds around every table. In this immersive series, you’ll follow a compelling story set in a local café and build your language skills naturally through storytelling.


    We’re returning to Erna’s Café for a brand-new season of Scenes, filled with some surprises, familiar faces, and plenty of stories waiting to unfold.


    Heute wird hinter der Theke eine neue Kasse getestet – mit Felix an unserer Seite. Auch privat hat er einen Schritt gewagt: das Gespräch mit seinen Eltern. Doch als ein Paar am Fenster zu streiten beginnt, wird’s plötzlich unruhig im Café. Erna bleibt wie immer gelassen – aber reicht ihr Smalltalk diesmal wirklich aus?


    Tune in to Chapter 1 to find out what happens!


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  27. Looking back at the year | A Coffee Break with Thomas

    9 minTemporada 11 · Episodio 17

    In this thoughtful Coffee Break German mini-episode, Thomas takes you into one of the German-speaking world’s favourite end-of-year traditions: the Jahresrückblick. From nostalgic TV shows to personal memories …

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    In this thoughtful Coffee Break German mini-episode, Thomas takes you into one of the German-speaking world’s favourite end-of-year traditions: the Jahresrückblick. From nostalgic TV shows to personal memories, you’ll learn how Germans talk about looking back and how to do it yourself.


    Discover useful expressions like etwas Revue passieren lassen as Thomas guides you through each phrase with clear examples. 

    Whether you’re wrapping up your year, revisiting highlights from 2025, or simply expanding your vocabulary, this cosy end-of-year episode is the perfect way to reflect auf Deutsch.


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  28. Der Christkindlmarkt | A Coffee Break with Jessica

    13 minTemporada 11 · Episodio 16

    The holiday season is just around the corner, and in this mini-episode, we're bringing you a festive German lesson, perfect for an espresso-sized Coffee Break! 🎄☕Join Jessica as she takes us on a nostalgic …

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    The holiday season is just around the corner, and in this mini-episode, we're bringing you a festive German lesson, perfect for an espresso-sized Coffee Break! 🎄☕


    Join Jessica as she takes us on a nostalgic journey to the Wiener Christkindlmarkt, sharing her favourite memories from this iconic Christmas market. She’ll introduce you to some festive German vocabulary, including words for seasonal foods, drinks, and activities, all while describing the sights and scents of the market.


    Whether you're dreaming of visiting Vienna, reminiscing about your own holiday traditions, or simply brushing up on your German, this episode is the perfect listen to get you in the festive mood.


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  29. Winter expressions in German | A Coffee Break with Thomas

    8 minTemporada 11 · Episodio 15

    The winter holidays are almost here, and in this mini-episode, we’re keeping it short, fun, and most importantly wintery—just like a little espresso lesson from Coffee Break German! ❄️☕Join Thomas as he shares …

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    The winter holidays are almost here, and in this mini-episode, we’re keeping it short, fun, and most importantly wintery—just like a little espresso lesson from Coffee Break German! ❄️☕


    Join Thomas as he shares some of his favourite German winter expressions about Schnee, Eis und Füße. We’ll explore the meanings behind each phrase, see how they’re used in everyday conversation, and get you ready to use them yourself in a message or postcard to a German-speaking friend.


    Whether you’re enjoying a snowy day, a cosy cup of cocoa, or just brushing up on your German, this episode is a quick, cheerful way to learn new idioms and expand your vocabulary.


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  30. Coffee Break German - All You Need To Know

    41 minTemporada 12 · Episodio 1

    Join Mark and Thomas for this special episode of Coffee Break German where we're talking about something a bit different.We receive emails and messages all the time asking us "where should I start?", so we …

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    Join Mark and Thomas for this special episode of Coffee Break German where we're talking about something a bit different.


    We receive emails and messages all the time asking us "where should I start?", so we thought we'd answer that in this episode. We share details about how Coffee Break German first started and all of the resources we have released since then.


    We hope you enjoy hearing about the history of Coffee Break, with a few secrets revealed along the way!


    The links mentioned at the end of this episode are listed below:



    Please note that the secret link mentioned was part of our Black Friday 2025 promotion which has now ended.

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