by Christine Burgmer | Sep 21, 2015 | Allgemein |
There are some lovely words in German, aren’t there? One of them, ‘Quereinsteiger’, is very difficult to translate and doesn’t have an English equivalent. Perhaps it is because, as Deutsche Welle says, it’s not very common in Germany to...
by Christine Burgmer | Sep 20, 2015 | Allgemein |
The 182nd Munich Oktoberfest started yesterday – and goes until 4th October. Would you be able to describe this traditional autumn beer festival to a foreign visitor? This website (link to: oktoberfest.de) can give you all the details you need.
by Christine Burgmer | Sep 19, 2015 | Allgemein |
Two married women were talking about a neighbour of theirs. One said to the other, “He dresses so well, doesn’t he?” The other woman said, “And so quickly, too!”
by Christine Burgmer | Sep 17, 2015 | Allgemein |
I often hear people talk about “handicapped people”. However, I think we can use more respectful language here. Let’s say that they are “people with disabilities” or “people with special needs”. That sounds so much better,...
by Christine Burgmer | Sep 16, 2015 | Allgemein |
Do you need some more ideas on how to design wonderful slides? Take a close look at this slideshow (link to: slideshare.net). You’ll get some great ideas and useful links.
by Christine Burgmer | Sep 15, 2015 | Allgemein |
This short guide (link to: Purdue OWL) can help you understand when to use commas.
