Learn to Speak German

Have you ever dreamed of ordering a coffee in a Berlin café, navigating the Munich U-Bahn with ease, or simply connecting with German-speaking friends and family? Now you can take the first step towards that dream with a comprehensive and completely ...

Jun 20, 2025 - 03:50

Have you ever dreamed of ordering a coffee in a Berlin café, navigating the Munich U-Bahn with ease, or simply connecting with German-speaking friends and family? Now you can take the first step towards that dream with a comprehensive and completely free German language course, right on the freeCodeCamp.org YouTube channel.

We just posted a complete A1 German course designed to take you from absolute beginner to a confident speaker. Lang Advance developed this course. This course is your perfect introduction to the German language, laying a solid foundation for future learning and real-world communication.

A Comprehensive Curriculum for True Beginners

This is a structured, in-depth course that covers all the essential aspects of the A1 level. Whether you're learning your very first German words or need a refresher on the basics, this course is designed for you. The curriculum is thoughtfully organized to guide you step-by-step through the fundamentals of the language.

Here’s a glimpse of what you'll learn:

The Building Blocks: Start with the absolute essentials, from German greetings and farewells to mastering the German alphabet and spelling. You’ll also learn crucial verbs like "sein" (to be) and "haben" (to have), which are the bedrock of German sentences.
Everyday Conversation: Get comfortable with practical, everyday topics. You will learn how to introduce yourself, state your age and nationality, and share personal information. The course covers everything from numbers and dates to talking about your family and pets.
Mastering German Grammar: German grammar can seem intimidating, but this course breaks it down into manageable lessons. You'll get a clear introduction to noun genders and articles, the nominative, accusative, and dative cases, and the correct word order for sentences.
Pronunciation Perfected: Speak with confidence as you learn the nuances of German pronunciation. Dedicated sections focus on vowel sounds, the various "s" sounds, and the correct pronunciation of initial and final consonants, helping you sound more like a native speaker from day one.
Real-Life Scenarios: The course is packed with vocabulary and phrases for real-life situations. You'll learn how to describe your home, talk about your daily routine from morning to evening, and discuss your job and workplace. You will even learn how to tell time, a crucial skill for navigating daily life in a German-speaking country.
Expanding Your Skills: As you progress, you'll be introduced to more advanced concepts like separable verbs and modal verbs such as "dürfen" (to be allowed to) and "können" (to be able to), giving you the tools to express yourself with greater precision.

Learn at Your Own Pace, For Free

Whether your goal is to travel, work, or simply learn a new skill, this course is the perfect starting point. This entire A1 German course is available now on the freeCodeCamp.org YouTube channel.