Most common mistakes when learning a language

Are you learning a new language? Whether that be for an upcoming exam or because you have moved to a different country, there are always certain ways which you think…

German Tongue Twisters

If you're learning German and struggling with the pronunciation, German tongue twisters can help! In fact, as taught in our Intensive German Courses in Berlin, tongue twisters are a great…

How to apply for and obtain an Anmeldung?

The German noun “Anmeldung” comes from the verb “anmelden”, which means “to register”. When you move to Berlin, Germany, you must register your address at the town hall or your…

Best places to live in Berlin

Berlin is a huge multicultural city, so it can be hard to work out where in Berlin would be best for you to live! We've summarised all the unique factors…

How long does it take to learn German?

How long does it actually take to learn German? In an immersive intensive course in Germany, this goal is achievable for many people within a year. The fact is: the…

5 reasons to learn German online

Why not learn German online and make better use of your time at home during the Covid-19 crisis? Even though the rush of daily life has suddenly been put to…

3 Fun German Grammar Topics

Certain German grammar topics remain a mystery to those who just try to cram information into their heads. When the founders of DAS Akademie kicked off their top-quality German courses,…

5 Great German Series on Netflix

There are many more ways of learning German than attending language courses alone. Watching German TV shows is a great way to gain fluency whilst improving your listening skills. Luckily…

Duzen and Siezen: Informal vs. formal?

Learning a language involves quite a bit more than studying the pronunciation of words and working out how to put them together. Learning a new language means also learning about…

Redewendungen: Common German Idioms, Sayings and Proverbs

As covered and taught in our Intensive German Course in Berlin, Redewendungen are an impressive important part of the German language. To master them, you will have no choice other…