I would like to learn German. I've always known a little German but never cared to learn more. But just recently I thought it would be interesting to learn another language. So, I chose German :)
I tried the demo on Rosetta Stone. It really helped but then I looked at the price for the real thing and I think over $200 is way too much for one language. Am I right? Well, anyway...do you know a program that is as easy as Rosetta but a little cheaper?
Thank you!
Cheers
2007-11-15 07:18:46 · 8 answers · asked by dance0suckas 3 in Society & Culture ➔ Languages
I have a language program I bought at Best Buy. It was maybe $25. Those will only take you so far though. Once you have the basic vocabulary, syntax and pronunciation you really have to immerse yourself. Buy regular books, newspapers and get online. Get a good dictionary and someone online or in person who will answer your questions. Then just plug away at it. It takes years of constant immersion to really know a foreign language, so the sooner you begin the sooner you will be fluent. German is a great language so stick with it.
Have fun.
2007-11-15 09:01:03 · answer #1 · answered by Peter D 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I don't think you should spend a single dollar to learn a language. Actually, I tried Rosetta Stone and many other programs and they didn't work, at least for me. Everything was too easy and repetitive, at that pace you will need years, many years for fluency. What I do is take a good on-line dictionary and start reading the German Wikipedia, translating each word I don't understand and writing it down in a text file, for later review. I also surf the next for very long lists of vocabulary, verbs, grammar... I go to my local library and get exercise books, grammar books and those of the lovely Teach series. I've managed to achieve a level high enough to be able to read the German Wikipedia (which, of course, uses lots of difficult words and expressions) and German newspapers in less than a month. It really needs hard work and self-discipline, but it is truly gratifying.
Viel SpaÃ!
2007-11-15 15:29:23 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
There are some books you can use that are very helpful and far cheaper than $200. I have a book called Learning German: The Easy Way. There are multiple volumes for how advanced the reader wants to get. They can be purchased at Sam's Club. Thats where I got mine. It was only around $15 - $20. Viel Glück!
2007-11-15 15:29:38 · answer #3 · answered by R-Diz 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
i think the best way to learn a language is to surround yourself with ppl who constantly speak it. i know it's not at all cheaper than the rosetta stone, but you should go to germany or austria and spend a month or two there. you'll be able to pick up many words in just one week and if you spend a month you might be speaking fluently.
i know this for a fact bc i went to the philippines and i learned how to speak simple sentences in just a week
good luck!
2007-11-15 17:07:09 · answer #4 · answered by nybabyblu 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Hi,
In my view, beautiful and very logical language - perhaps not exactly an easy one to try and pick up by yourself. I studied in a German School myself (elementary, junior and senior high school). But they are really good at teaching their language - for sure.
Because you said you can understand some - try these sites for free - if you really like it then enroll in a proper course..
www.deutsch-uni.com
www.deutschlernen.com (this one for DaF)
www.deutsch-lernen.com
Cheers!
2007-11-15 17:49:55 · answer #5 · answered by Sandra 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
when i was first learning German all i had was a dictionary, a phrasebook and the internet. I just went into german chat rooms and tried to keep up. people will correct you if you mess up and it's possible to make friends. also, listen to the music and try to translate the lyrics... die aerzte are good.
2007-11-15 17:38:16 · answer #6 · answered by vampirepixie2001 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I went to GermanFast.com for my lessons. It worked great for me. It is also a good bit cheaper than the other lessons out there and is one of the best
2007-11-16 14:53:54 · answer #7 · answered by Michael 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
hi,
i hope ye are fine
You could try a free one it´s in the link source â
Have a good time
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2007-11-15 15:40:01 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 1⤋