Better German Podcast

In episode 43 of the Better German Podcast, host Susi Blumel breaks down everything you need to know about German numbers. She guides listeners through counting from 1 to 100, explains the difference between “eins” and “ein,” and introduces patterns for numbers above 20. She also highlights handy resources available for download in the Better German community and previews upcoming episodes on adjectives, ordinal numbers, and dates. This episode is perfect for beginners or anyone wanting to brush up on their German number skills.

In this episode of Better German, Susi Blumel helps you start using color words in real sentences. You’ll learn how to ask, What color is...? and how to answer with simple phrases. You can also get a free PDF with all the examples—available in the Better German Community, a friendly place to learn and practice together. It’s a fun and easy way to start speaking more German!

In this episode of Better German, host Susi Blumel explores the often confusing concept of “false friends”—German words that look or sound like English ones but mean something entirely different. With relatable stories and examples like Gift, become, and Rat, Susi highlights how these tricky pairs can lead to misunderstandings. She shares practical tips for spotting and mastering false friends, including smart vocabulary-building strategies and the importance of a good dictionary. The episode also gives a shoutout to the free Better German Community—which is completely free to join and is an encouraging space for learners to connect and keep growing! Join The Better German Community        Think you’re “bad at languages”? You’re not—the method was just wrong. Join the Better German Community and learn German in a way that finally makes sense.   Sign Up for Our Newsletter        Get Tips & Updates Straight To Your Inbox! Explore Our Podcast Episodes       New to the podcast? Head over to our podcast homepage to find other episodes you’ll love. Come See Our Approach For Yourself       We believe in real understanding, not just memorizing grammar rules—come see how we do in this YouTube Video. Ready to take your German to the next level?        Click here to book your free first session and let’s get started! Find out which course is right for you!       Whether you’re just starting or want to finally feel confident speaking German, we’ll build a personal learning path that fits you. Stay Connected and Follow Us On: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bettergermanonline/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bettergerman.info YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Better-German TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@susibettergerman Pinterest: https://de.pinterest.com/susibettergerman/ Enjoyed this episode?       If you liked what you heard, give us a review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify or share it with a fellow learner!

In this episode of Better German teaches listeners the German words for basic colors. She shares updates about her teaching, new online courses, and the free Better German community. Susi provides a clear, repeat-after-me pronunciation guide for a range of color words, tips for memorizing and practicing vocabulary, and practical exercises to help learners integrate these new words into everyday use. Bonus resources, including a handy printable PDF with color vocabulary, are available in the Better German community which is completely free to sign up.