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Liebes Tagebuch 36 – Mein Kampf mit der englischen Aussprache

Liebes Tagebuch 36 – Mein Kampf mit der englischen Aussprache

Heute hatte ich wieder Englischtraining, und oh Schreck! Christine hat uns die “Top 5 der meist verhunzten englischen Wörter” vorgestellt.

Ich dachte, mein Englisch wäre ganz passabel, aber scheinbar gibt es noch einiges zu lernen.

 

  1. CLOTHES 👚👕
    Ich dachte immer, das spricht man „klo-thes“ aus. Falsch! Es klingt mehr wie „klowthz“. Jetzt frage ich mich, ob meine Klamotten sich jedes Mal insgeheim kaputtlachen, wenn ich ihren Namen falsch sage. Wahrscheinlich verdrehen sie schon seit Jahren die Ärmel!
  2. COLLEAGUE 👩‍💼👨‍💼
    Oh je, das habe ich jahrelang falsch gesagt. Es ist nicht „ko-lege“, sondern „ko-liiiig“ – mit einem langen, fast endlosen „eeee“, als würde man seine Kollegen besonders dramatisch rufen. Kein Wunder, dass mich alle schräg angeschaut haben – die dachten wohl, ich rede von „College“.
  3. FEBRUARY ❄️
    Feb-ru-a-ry? Denkste! Es heißt „Feb-yu-e-ri“. Das erste „r“ hat sich anscheinend in den Winterschlaf verabschiedet. Kein Wunder, es ist ja auch der kälteste Monat!
  4. WEDNESDAY 📅
    Das war eine echte Überraschung. Nicht „Wed-nes-day“, sondern „Wenz-day“. Das „d“ hat sich einfach auf und davon gemacht. Vielleicht wollte es ein langes Wochenende machen?
  5. WOMEN 👩👩
    Und dann das! „Women“ spricht man nicht „wo-men“ aus, sondern „wi-mun“. Das „o“ und das “e” haben sich einfach verkleidet. Ganz schön gerissen!

Fazit des Tages: Englisch ist verrückt, aber irgendwie auch herrlich schräg.

Ich frage mich, ob die Engländer einfach Spaß daran hatten, uns Deutschsprachigen das Leben schwer zu machen. 🤔

Aber hey, jetzt weiß ich Bescheid. Nächstes Mal, wenn ich über meine „clothes“ spreche, mit meinem „colleague“ rede, den „February“ erwähne, am „Wednesday“ einen Termin habe oder über „women“ spreche, werde ich es richtig machen.

Bis morgen, liebes Tagebuch. Jetzt wird fleißig geübt.

Deine Greta

Stop Saying “What Means…?” – Here’s the Right Way!

Stop Saying “What Means…?” – Here’s the Right Way!

You’re sitting in a café, trying to remember a word in English. You turn to your colleague and ask, “What means…?

Oops! It sounds as if it should be right, but it’s not.

Instead, here’s what you should say:

1.How do you say [word] in English?”

2.What’s the English word for [something]?

These questions are much clearer and correct.

Picture yourself confidently asking for the word you need and your colleague giving you the perfect answer. Much better, right?

Remember this tip, and you’ll sound like a pro in no time.

Spice Up Your English: 3 Trendy Words That Will Make You Sound Like a Native

Spice Up Your English: 3 Trendy Words That Will Make You Sound Like a Native

Want to learn some fun, new English words? Here are three playful ones to try out.

Our first word is “procrastibaking.”

Ever had a big project due, but instead of working, you found yourself in the kitchen whipping up a batch of biscuits? That’s procrastibaking. The sweet smell of freshly baked treats fills your home, but your real work is still waiting.

Our next word is “coffice.”

Imagine sitting in a bustling coffee shop, surrounded by people typing away on their laptops, answering emails and sipping lattes. That cosy corner of the café has become their “coffice”—a mix of coffee shop and office. It’s a great way to vary your work environment while enjoying your favourite brew.

Finally, let’s talk about “bromance.”

This refers to a close, platonic friendship between two men who love hanging out together. They might watch sports, play video games, or just chat about life. It’s like the bond of brothers but between best friends. (Just to be clear, it’s non-romantic.)

Have you ever procrastibaked, or do you prefer working from your coffice? I’d love to know!

Learning English is Like Playing the Ukulele

Learning English is Like Playing the Ukulele

Ever tried playing the ukulele?

I remember how wobbly my fingers felt on the strings at first? Simple chords seemed impossible. But I kept going, practising every day.

I started with basics—like “Happy Birthday.” Slowly, my fingers learned where to go, how to strum without a tangle. Eventually, they danced on their own.

Learning English is just like that. Your first “Hello, how are you?” might feel awkward. Maybe you stumble, but with each day, it gets easier.

Begin with simple greetings and short phrases—like strumming a few notes. Piece together sentences. Sure, sometimes you’ll hit the wrong note, but that’s okay!

Trust me, I’ve made plenty of mistakes! The secret? To keep going. Every musician and language learner hits bumps. Keep playing, keep speaking. Little by little, it clicks.

One day, you’ll chat in English or play that song without thinking. Remember, every expert was once a beginner.

So, keep practising. Keep speaking. Soon, your sentences will be music to our ears. 🎶

Oktoberfest: A Party You Can’t Miss. But I Did!

Oktoberfest: A Party You Can’t Miss. But I Did!

Ever wondered what Oktoberfest feels like? Let me take you there.

Imagine a huge fairground buzzing with happy people in colourful clothes. The air is thick with the smells of sizzling sausages and fresh pretzels. That’s Oktoberfest.

Now picture a tent as large as a football field. Inside, long wooden tables are filled with people laughing, singing and sharing stories. Waiters rush by, balancing massive mugs of golden beer—some carrying up to ten at once.

And the outfits! Men sport leather shorts called lederhosen, while women twirl in bright, flowing dirndls.

Although I missed it this year (I was in London), my friends’ stories paint a clear picture:  Oktoberfest isn’t just about the beer. It’s a celebration of food, fun and friendship that you won’t want to miss.

What do you think? Is Oktoberfest all about the beer or all about the atmosphere?