Hello everyone,
Welcher Tag ist heute?
What day is it today?
In my learning journey of the German language, I practiced a lot about the days of the week and invested my time in how to speak because in any language the days of the week (Die Wochentage) play a crucial role.
The pronunciations weren’t the easiest at first—especially sounds like “ch” in Mittwoch or the rolled “r” in Freitag that’s why last week I just practiced the words only. German has some unique sounds that take practice, but I kept at it! I listened to native speakers, repeated words out loud, and broke them down into syllables. Since I know pronunciation can be tricky for learners.
Here is a short video where I practiced the days of week, through that we can practice that how to speak them correctly as to boost our language it is an essential part of daily conversation. It can be used while travelling, booking events or making plans in the German language. Moreover, using the different language enhances the memory and problem-solving.
I hope you will find it useful, to make easier for my other friends to pick up as who are willing to learn a new language. Stay tuned!
Good job on learning the days of the week! My son has been learning German with Duo Lingo for almost a year now. I’m not sure how much he understands, but he’s pretty proud of his streak! It’s neat to see the connections to the English language. In my job as a Literacy Consultant this year I have been learning a lot about morphology and the history of words. I find it really interesting to see how the English words with Anglo-Saxon roots are still so similar to German words. Like house and haus, mother and mutter, brother and bruder, water and wasser…Have you noticed that?
Hello Jennifer,
Thank you so much for taking the time to read my blog and share your insights! I truly appreciate it. Yes, I have noticed those connections, and I am really enjoying discovering more about the similarities between English and German. It is really fascinating how the roots of language connect across history. I am so glad that you and your son also have knowledge and interest in this. It makes the learning journey even more exciting. Thank you, Jennifer.
Hello Nancy
Great work! Your learning has inspired me to learn a new language.
Hi Nancy, your video is very helpful. You are right – it is always easier hearing someone else pronounce things. I have been practicing French on Duolingo for about 5 years now (since my children began French school). I can pretty fluently read French, but my pronunciation is horrible (or so my children tell me). I think this is because I do not hear enough conversational French – and I also don’t practice speaking it out loud. Loving watching your progress. My mom only spoke German until she was 9, so your goal is close to my heart.
Hello Nancy
I’m so proud to see your improvement and progress!
You are really doing well with your German lessons and your video was very insightful. I love the fact that you took time to actually learn the pronunciation, it is very significant to know it and know it well. Keep it up dear.