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Telling time in German: Full hours with the phrase “Es ist … Uhr.” Posted by Sandra Rösner on Aug 13, 2012
Telling the time in German can be a challenge when it comes to using the 24-hour-system, especially for those learners who are not familiar with that system. In the following video I explain how to use the 24-hour-system and I cite all possible full hours of the clock, so that you can also hear how…
YouTube video: How to tell full hours with the phrase “Es ist um …” Posted by Sandra Rösner on Aug 9, 2012
I have written very often about how to tell the time in German. And while I was working on that topic and thinking about it, I recognized that there are various ways how to tell the time in German and that there are even several exception depending on the phrase you use in your statement…
Telling the time in German: Full hours Posted by Sandra Rösner on Jul 11, 2012
One stereotype of Germans is that we are punctual. Indeed, it is considered to be impolite in German culture to be late when you have an appointment with somebody. So whenever you are late it is always advisable to call or text the person you will meet and let him or her know that you…