by Christine Burgmer | Feb 2, 2016 | Allgemein |
You might remember that we spoke about this topic some time ago (in June last year to be exact!). In Germany, when someone says, “Danke”, people normally reply, “Bitte”. But what do you do in English? You don’t have to say anything....
by Christine Burgmer | Feb 1, 2016 | Allgemein |
“If you are willing to do more than you are paid to do, eventually you will be paid to do more than you do.” Anonymous
by Christine Burgmer | Jan 31, 2016 | Allgemein |
The BBC has written an article on the ten most fascinating objects made in Germany. What do you think is at the top of the list? You probably guessed correctly. It’s the Volkswagen’s Beetle. But did you know it was the British who first produced the car? I...
by Christine Burgmer | Jan 30, 2016 | Allgemein |
A friend of mine thinks she’s clever. She told me that an onion is the only food that makes you cry. Well, I threw a coconut in her face. 😉
by Christine Burgmer | Jan 29, 2016 | Allgemein |
Would you like to compare your mealtime practices to people from around the world? Which country do you best fit in? Take part in the University of Washington’s study by answering the questions about your own habits to find out. Surprise, surprise. I should...
by Christine Burgmer | Jan 28, 2016 | Allgemein |
Another difficult word to translate is the German word “Abitur”. Depending on where you went to school or who you’re talking to, you might say that you have your “A levels”, “Higher School Certificate”, “Highers”...
