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Author: Lukas Van Vyve

Lukas is the founder of Effortless Conversations and the creator of the Conversation Based Chunking™ method for learning languages. He's a linguist and wrote a popular book about learning languages through "chunks". He also co-founded the language education company Spring Languages, which creates online language courses and YouTube content.
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German Vocabulary | Learn German

10 Simple Ways to Say How Are You in German + Examples with Audio

ByLukas Van Vyve May 13, 2024June 18, 2024

When you’re learning German, being able to ask “How are you?” is as essential as learning to say hello and goodbye in German. This not…

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German Vocabulary | Learn German

German Sports Vocabulary: Learn About the 7 Most Popular Sports in Germany

ByLukas Van Vyve May 9, 2024June 18, 2024

Sports play an important role in German-speaking countries. It serves as a unifying force that brings communities together and stands as a symbol. It can…

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German Culture | Learn German

All 7 German Speaking Countries where German is an Official Language – 1 Surprise

ByLukas Van Vyve May 9, 2024June 18, 2024

Sprechen Sie Deutsch? (Do You speak German?) – A question that connects you with the heart of Europe and some of the most culturally-rich countries…

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15 Spanish Books for Beginners (Fun to Read + Improve Your Spanish)

ByLukas Van Vyve May 8, 2024June 18, 2024

For a long time, I dismissed reading Spanish books as a way to learn to speak Spanish, because the written language used in novels, magazines…

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German Vocabulary | Learn German

German Essay Phrases: 24 Useful Expressions to Write an Essay in German

ByLukas Van Vyve May 8, 2024June 18, 2024

As we often think in English first, translating our ideas into useful German phrases can be tricky. This handy blog post includes 24 essential German…

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German Vocabulary | Learn German

Tell Time in German: Ultimate Guide to telling the time in German

ByLukas Van Vyve May 8, 2024June 18, 2024

In the heart of Europe lies a country where timekeeping is not just a practice but a cornerstone of the culture – Germany! This is…

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German Vocabulary | Learn German

13 Ways to Say Hello in German: Common German Greetings

ByLukas Van Vyve May 6, 2024June 18, 2024

When learning German, knowing how to greet someone is essential. From the schoolyard and among friends to the solemnity of a scientific conference, the way…

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German Culture | Learn German

Carnival in Germany: 7 Carnival Celebrations + 20-Word Vocabulary for Fasching

ByLukas Van Vyve May 1, 2024June 18, 2024

Karneval, or Carnival in Germany is one of the biggest and most celebrated festivals in the German culture. Easy German made a great video on…

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German Culture | Learn German

German Unity Day: 3 October – Tag der Deutschen Einheit Vocabulary

ByLukas Van Vyve April 29, 2024June 18, 2024

This might sound odd a little bit, but language learning journey isn’t just about language learning. Knowing the biggest public holidays and learning about significant…

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German Vocabulary | Learn German

44 Words to Talk About School in German + Example Sentences with Chunks

ByLukas Van Vyve April 24, 2024June 18, 2024

The school system in Germany is quite different from the U.S. system, and if you’re planning to attend school in Germany or simply want to…

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