Introduction to German as a global language
Languages have gained importance ever since globalization. Speaking many
languages lends an extra edge to people working in the globalized
environment. Germany having a significant presence in the European landmass
makes German a popular and sought-after language.
About the Language: German is spoken as a mother tongue not only in
Germany alone but also in Austria, Lichtenstein, Luxembourg and Switzerland.
It is also spoken in the borders of Poland, France, Denmark, Netherlands, etc.
The 9 Neighbouring Countries of Germany:
Denmark
Poland
Czech Republic
Austria
Switzerland
France
Luxembourg
Belgium
Netherlands
German Facts (Do you know? 🤔 )
Germany is situated in the heart of Europe.
Berlin is the capital city of Germany.
It shares its border with 9 countries.
Angela Merkel is the present and the first women Chancellor of Germany.
The Euro is the currency since 1999. Prior to it the Deutsch Mark was used.
The German Flag has 3 horizontal coloured stripes: Black, Red and Golden
Yellow.
Germany has a Surface area of 357000 sq. km and has almost 83 million
Inhabitants.
München lies in Süddeutschland (South Germany), Hamburg und Kiel liegt
in Norddeutschland (North Germany) und Deutschland liegt in Mitteleuropa
(Central Europe).
There are 16 Federal States in Germany. Every state has its own capital and
its own governing body.
‘Bayern’ is the Biggest State of Germany and ‘Bremen’ is the smallest.
Zugspitze is the Highest Mountain of Germany.
Rhein, Elbe and Donau are the Longest Rivers in Germany and Bodensee is
the Biggest Lake. (Der See: The Lake)
Football (soccer) is immensely popular in Germany, with passionate fans
and a highly successful national team. The Bundesliga, the top German
football league, attracts a large audience and showcases top-tier talent.
Diverse Landscape: Germany offers a diverse landscape, ranging from the
Alps in the south to the North and Baltic Sea coasts. It has numerous
forests, lakes, and rivers, providing opportunities for outdoor activities and
natural beauty.
Germany has a long and celebrated Beer culture, with a wide variety of
breweries and beer styles. Beer gardens are a popular social gathering spot,
and beer festivals attract visitors from around the world.
Germany is renowned for its Automotive industry, producing some of the
world's most prestigious car brands. This sector plays a crucial role in the
country's economy and global reputation.
Albert Einstein; the famous scientist, Bertolt Brecht; the famous playwright,
Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart; the famous musician, Johann Wolfgang von
Goethe; the famous writer and poet, Ludwig van Beethoven; the famous
composer, all belong to Germany.
Germans are champion vacation (Urlaub) takers. They travel all over the
place, within and outside their own country, mostly to the places with
beaches, because most Germans are dedicated sun-worshippers.
Public Transportation in Germany is comprehensive and world-class. It
involves a network of mainly underground city trains (U-Bahn), city-
suburban under/overground trains (S-Bahn), street-cars and trams
(Straßenbahn) and buses. (Bus). However, since city distances are often
quite short, it is sometimes faster and cheaper to walk or take a taxi.
