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Watch a short explanation.
I'll introduce the topic in English and show you how it works in German. The videos are around five minutes long, so getting started feels manageable. Pause, rewind, or listen again whenever you need to.
Express German · For English-speaking beginners
Make sense of German, one short lesson at a time.
Watch a short video in clear English, practice what you've learned, and move on to the next lesson. I'll guide you through the basics in a useful order, with explanations that help German start to click.
Start with lesson one. We'll take it from there.
€29.99 once · All courses · 1 year of access · No automatic renewal
See how a lesson worksIncludes Express German, Recorded A1.1 Classroom, How German Grammar Works, and the other Deutschable self-study resources listed below.
Videos around five minutes
Interactive practice quizzes
Explanations in English
Questions answered in lesson comments
Watch. Practice. Take the next step.
You don't need to plan a curriculum or decide which grammar topic to tackle next. The lessons build on one another, and each one gives you a simple way to keep going.
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Put it into practice.
Work through the interactive quiz while the explanation is still fresh. The feedback helps you understand what went wrong and how to improve your answer. Earlier ideas come back, too.
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Move on when you're ready.
Continue to the next lesson, revisit something, or leave a question in the comments. You can do a little today and come back for more when it suits you.
Timing note: Five minutes describes the video. Give yourself some extra time for the quiz and any practice or repetition you want.
Take a look inside an Express lesson.
The first lessons are free to watch - no account needed. See for yourself how it feels.
Try a free lesson“What attracted me was the clear division into modules. This means that I won't have to think about where to start.”
A little more “Oh, I get it.” A little less guessing.
Use the English you already know
We can use familiar ideas from English to understand what's happening in German. I'll explain the grammar terms as we need them, so you don't have to arrive knowing what everything is called.
Understand why an answer works
The videos explain the idea, and the quiz feedback helps you work with it. You can start noticing patterns and putting the pieces together for yourself.
Keep earlier lessons in use
The course brings previous concepts back into later practice. You get more chances to recognize them, remember them, and use them in a new context.
Build a routine that fits
The short videos give you a manageable starting point. Fit in a video and some practice when you can, or spend longer on a topic when you want to. You control the pace.
You can concentrate on the lesson in front of you. The next step is already there.
What you'll learn
Start understanding how to put German together.
Express German starts at the beginning and works through A1.1, the first part of beginner German, with some explanations that go further. The aim is to help you build a foundation you can use in everyday communication.
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Build your own simple sentences
Start working with everyday words and the patterns that help you put an idea into German.
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Understand the reasons behind the grammar
Get a clearer sense of why words change and how the parts of a sentence work together.
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Recognize more of what you hear and read
Practice connecting explanations, examples, and familiar words so German starts to feel more recognizable.
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Keep developing your basics
Use the lesson sequence to move forward, or revisit explanations that didn't quite click the first time you encountered them elsewhere.
This course focuses on A1.1 foundations. It can also help learners review the basics alongside other study. It is not a complete A1-B1 program or an exam-preparation course.
Hi, I'm Stephan. I'll help you make sense of it.
I've been teaching German and English for over 20 years. I've also trained teachers, managed language schools, and spent a lot of time working out how to explain things so they finally click.
I'm bilingual in German and English, and I built this course around the explanations and practice I'd want as a learner: clear, useful, and in an order that makes sense.
I like the moment when someone says, “Oh, that's why.” That's what I'm aiming for in these lessons.
Got a question? You can ask me.
Each lesson has a comment section. If something still isn't clear, leave a question there and I'll help you work it out. You're welcome to read the existing questions and answers, too.
One payment. One year of access. No automatic renewal.
Start with Express. Have the other courses there when you need them.
Your €29.99 payment includes Express German and the other Deutschable self-study courses for a full year. Begin with the Express lesson sequence, then explore the other resources whenever another explanation or a different format would help.
All Access Pass
€29.99 total
Pay once for one year of access. No automatic renewal and no need to cancel to prevent another payment.
The All Access Pass includes:
- 3 paid video courses: Express German, Recorded A1.1 Classroom, How German Grammar Works
- Deutschable Games app to download: play all games 100% offline, on any device
- Free bonus: the Vocabulary Builder course (free for everyone with an account)
- 12 months of access, no automatic renewal
- 30-day money-back guarantee on your first purchase
The same games are free to play online at deutschable.games - the included app makes them work without an internet connection.
Start learning after purchase. All prices include VAT where applicable.
Your first purchase is covered by a 30-day money-back guarantee. See the Terms & Conditions for details.
Everything in your package
Express German
Your main learning sequence: short explanations in English followed by interactive practice quizzes.
Recorded A1.1 Classroom
Follow a real beginner class across 15 recorded sessions when you'd like more classroom examples and time to observe.
How German Grammar Works
Explore cases, sentence structure, and noun gender through additional explanations in English.
Vocabulary Builder: 1000 German Nouns - Part 1
Use the available vocabulary lessons and practice to build your knowledge of German nouns.
You don't have to use everything at once. Starting with the first Express lesson is a perfectly good plan.
Here's how you get started.
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Get your year of access.
Pay €29.99 once for the full self-study course package.
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Open your account.
Use the access instructions sent to your email to sign in and open Express German.
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Start with lesson one.
Watch the video, work through the quiz, and continue when you're ready. You have a year to work through the courses and revisit them.
Not sure yet? Try the first lesson for free before you decide.
A few things you might be wondering.
Can I start with no German at all?
Yes. Express begins with the basics and builds from there. You'll need enough English to follow the explanations, but you don't need previous German or knowledge of grammar terminology.
How much time do I need for a lesson?
The videos are around five minutes long. Allow some extra time for the practice quiz, and take longer if you want to pause, repeat something, or try your own examples. You can work at your own pace.
What happens if I get an answer wrong?
The quizzes include feedback to help you understand the mistake and work toward a better answer. You can revisit the explanation and repeat lessons or quizzes when you want more practice.
What if I still don't understand something?
Leave a question in the lesson comments. I'll answer there, and you can also read questions and explanations already shared under the lesson.
Will I practice speaking?
You can repeat examples aloud and try saying your own answers as you study. The course develops your understanding and gives you language to work with, but it doesn't include live conversation practice or individual pronunciation assessment. Practicing with other people is useful alongside the course.
Which level does the course cover?
The focus is A1.1, the first part of beginner German, with some explanations that go beyond that level. It can also help you refresh the foundations if you've studied before. It doesn't cover a complete beginner-to-fluent program.
Do I have to follow a schedule or submit homework?
No. You can study when it suits you. The videos and quizzes provide the learning sequence, and you can repeat them throughout your access period. Making time to use what you learn will help you get more from the course.
Is it useful if I'm already taking German classes?
It can be. The English explanations and practice can help you revisit beginner topics alongside your classes. If you're considering moving into a higher-level class afterward, the school will decide placement based on your actual skills.
Does the course include an exam or certificate?
No. Express is designed to help you learn and use beginner German. It does not include a certificate or specific exam-preparation training.
What exactly do I get for €29.99?
One year of access to Express German and the other Deutschable self-study courses listed above. You pay once. Access does not renew automatically, and you won't be charged again unless you make another purchase.
What if the course isn't right for me?
Your first purchase has a 30-day money-back guarantee. Email hello@deutschable.com within 30 days of purchase to request a refund. See the Terms & Conditions for details.
What if I can't afford the course?
If you can't afford it, please email me at hello@deutschable.com. I can help you get access at no cost.
Your next step can be one short lesson.
You don't need to have the whole language figured out before you begin. Come in, start with the first lesson, and let me walk you through it.
I'm looking forward to helping German make a little more sense to you.
See you in class!
Stephan
€29.99 once · All courses · 1 year of access · No automatic renewal
Have a question first? Email me at hello@deutschable.com.