The hidden German continuous tense: am + verb

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   S14 · E1 · 24 Aug 2026 · 11 min

   Clue #1 (Deutsch) | The Great Coffee Break Treasure Hunt 2026

   Welcome to the first episode of Die große Coffee Break Schatzsuche 2026 our virtual treasure hunt across Europe! Join us in this first episode as we reveal the initial clue. As you continue through this mini series you’ll discover further clues, solve the mystery and practise your German. For further details about Clue 1 and how you can take part, click here . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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   S14 · 22 Aug 2026 · 3 min

   The Great Coffee Break Treasure Hunt 2026

   Four mystery cities. Four cryptic clues. One week to work out where we're going. The Great Coffee Break Treasure Hunt is back for 2026, and everything happens here: https://coffeebreaklanguages.com/treasurehunt Each clue is a short poem describing a European city without ever naming it. Every clue is written from scratch in French, Italian, German and Spanish by the team who teach it, so it rhymes and reads properly in each one. Watch in whichever language you're learning. WHEN THE CLUES GO LIVE (all 1pm UK) Clue 1: Monday 24 August Clue 2: Wednesday 26 August Clue 3: Friday 28 August Clue…

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   S13 · E10 · 17 Aug 2026 · 8 min

   The many meanings of the German verb 'stehen'

   You probably learned 'stehen' as the German verb for "standing". In this episode, Thomas explains the range of other meanings it carries in everyday German, including expressions like 'auf jemanden stehen', where the English translation is nothing to do with standing at all. Small verb, surprisingly wide reach. ➡️ Click here to watch the video version of this episode . ➡️ Get free mini-lessons and language tips every week by signing up to our newsletter: https://coffeebreaklanguages.kit.com/newsletter Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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   S13 · E8 · 20 Jul 2026 · 7 min

   How to say 'feel' in German: fühlen, sich fühlen and sich anfühlen

   One English word, three German ones. In this episode, Thomas explains why "feel" splits into "fühlen", "sich fühlen" and "sich anfühlen" in German, and how to know which one you need. In this episode we provide a short summary of the three, alongside a mention of the exercises on the YouTube video. ➡️ Click here to watch the video version of this episode . ➡️ To receive regular free mini-lessons like this straight to your inbox, visit: https://coffeebreaklanguages.kit.com/newsletter Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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   S13 · E7 · 6 Jul 2026 · 8 min

   Five common mistakes German learners make, and how to fix them

   I bet you've done at least one of these. In this episode I walk through five mistakes German learners make all the time, from getting the construction behind "recht haben" right, to knowing when to use "wenn" and when to use "als", to the little contrast between "ich bin ..." and "mir ist ..." when you talk about how you feel. We'll also sort out "machen" versus "nehmen" and why fun "macht Spaß" rather than "ist Spaß". None of these are hard once you see what's going on, and fixing them makes a real difference to how natural your German sounds. ➡️ Click here to watch the video version of…

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   S13 · E6 · 22 Jun 2026 · 9 min

   Ordering ice cream in the German-speaking world: what to know first

   Ordering an ice cream might sound simple, but in German-speaking countries it can be a surprisingly different experience. In this episode, Thomas explains how it all works, from reading the menu to ordering at the counter, along with the words and phrases you need to get your 'Eis' just right. You'll be ready for your next visit to an 'Eiscafé'. ➡️ Click here to watch the video version of this episode. ➡️ Want more tips like these delivered straight to your inbox? Sign up for our free newsletter: https://coffeebreaklanguages.kit.com/newsletter Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more…

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   S15 · E5 · 8 Sep 2026 · 13 min

   Bonus Episode: Clues Explained - Die große Coffee Break Schatzsuche 2026

   We're back with a special bonus episode of the Great Coffee Break Treasure Hunt 2026! Join us for a detailed explanation of this year's Treasure Hunt clues. Sit back, relax and enjoy listening to this episode on your next coffee break. ☕️ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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   S14 · E4 · 30 Aug 2026 · 9 min

   Clue #4 (Deutsch) | The Great Coffee Break Treasure Hunt 2026

   We have reached the last clue of our virtual treasure hunt - Die große Coffee Break Schatzsuche 2026 - which will lead us to the final location! Test your German and detective skills as we reveal everything you need to know to determine the last destination. Remember to submit your entry form listing the location from each episode to be in with a chance of winning a prize. Click here to locate the entry form and for further details about the competition . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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   S14 · E3 · 28 Aug 2026 · 11 min

   Clue #3 (Deutsch) | The Great Coffee Break Treasure Hunt 2026

   It's time for the third clue of Die große Coffee Break Schatzsuche 2026 , our virtual treasure hunt across Europe! Using the interesting facts we provide, and your language skills, can you work out where checkpoint number three is? In case you missed it - everyone who correctly identifies the four mystery locations will win a free month's subscription to Coffee Break German TV during September, as well as being entered into a prize draw to win lifetime access to our entire collection of German courses! Don't miss out on this exciting adventure - click here for more details . Hosted on Acast.…

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    S14 · E2 · 26 Aug 2026 · 11 min

    Clue #2 (Deutsch) | The Great Coffee Break Treasure Hunt 2026

    We're back with the next episode of Die große Coffee Break Schatzsuche 2026 , our virtual treasure hunt across Europe! Join us as we reveal clue number two which takes us one step closer to our final location. As we continue through this mini series we'll discover further clues to help you solve the mystery. Remember, you could be in with a chance of winning some great prizes! For further details about how you can take part in the treasure hunt and enter the competition, click here . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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