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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. ➡️ Click here to watch the video version of this episode and access a free worksheet in the comments section. ➡️ Love learning in short bursts? Our free weekly newsletter is packed with tips just like these: https://coffeebreaklanguages.kit.com/newsletter Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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: Find out more about Coffee Break German hereAccess our full range of German courses on the Coffee Break AcademyLearn more about Coffee Break TV here Please note that the secret link mentioned was part of our Black Friday 2025 promotion which has now ended. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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! Want to take your learning further? Click here to access support materials and get more out of each chapter. Our 10-lesson premium course includes access to: Chapter text Audio discussionLesson notes / transcript featuring additional examplesVocabulary listsExercisesInteractive quizzes to check your understandingDownloadable files for offline useLifetime access to all lessons Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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! Want to take your learning further? Click here to access support materials and get more out of each chapter. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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. Want to take your learning further? Click here to access support materials and get more out of each chapter. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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. Want to take your learning further? Click here to access support materials and get more out of each chapter. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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. Want to take your learning further? Click here to access support materials and get more out of each chapter.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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.  Want to take your learning further? Click here to access support materials and get more out of each chapter.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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. Want to take your learning further? Click here to access support materials and get more out of each chapter. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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. Want to take your learning further? Click here to access support materials and get more out of each chapter. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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. Want to take your learning further? Click here to access support materials and get more out of each chapter. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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. Want to take your learning further? Click here to access support materials and get more out of each chapter.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

While we're working on our next podcast series to help you improve your German, here’s a short mini-lesson to keep your German fresh! In today’s episode, we’re joined by Thomas from the Coffee Break German team.  We'll be exploring useful German vocabulary for talking about summer clothes, perfect for the sunny season! ☀️ We’ll also look at key phrases to help you when shopping and describing what you are wearing.  To continue improving your German skills, why not explore more content like this and subscribe to the Coffee Break German newsletter to receive regular free mini-lessons directly to your inbox? Simply click here to sign up now. 🎯 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to the first episode of Die große Coffee Break Schatzsuche 2025, 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 how you can take part, click here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Join Thomas from the Coffee Break German team in another mini espresso lesson.  This episode will explore the difference between hin- and her-, a topic that often confuses German learners. You’ll hear helpful examples and get tips for using these prefixes accurately in context. ➡️ hinein – going in (away from the speaker) ➡️ herein – coming in (towards the speaker) 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 and start exploring! 📩 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.