{"id":61630,"date":"2021-08-26T18:18:54","date_gmt":"2021-08-26T16:18:54","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/global-exam.com\/blog\/?p=61630"},"modified":"2021-09-01T11:12:45","modified_gmt":"2021-09-01T09:12:45","slug":"learn-to-read-in-german-steps-to-follow-and-top-tips-and-tricks","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/global-exam.com\/blog\/en\/general-german-learn-to-read-in-german-steps-to-follow-and-top-tips-and-tricks\/","title":{"rendered":"Learn To Read In German: Steps To Follow And Top Tips And Tricks"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><div class=\"fusion-fullwidth fullwidth-box fusion-builder-row-1 fusion-flex-container nonhundred-percent-fullwidth non-hundred-percent-height-scrolling\" style=\"background-color: rgba(255,255,255,0);background-position: center center;background-repeat: no-repeat;border-width: 0px 0px 0px 0px;border-color:#eae9e9;border-style:solid;\" ><div class=\"fusion-builder-row fusion-row fusion-flex-align-items-flex-start\" style=\"max-width:1456px;margin-left: calc(-4% \/ 2 );margin-right: calc(-4% \/ 2 );\"><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-0 fusion_builder_column_1_1 1_1 fusion-flex-column\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\" style=\"background-position:left top;background-repeat:no-repeat;-webkit-background-size:cover;-moz-background-size:cover;-o-background-size:cover;background-size:cover;padding: 0px 0px 0px 0px;\"><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-1\"><p>If you\u2019re <strong>learning basic German<\/strong>, you probably want to <strong>learn to read German<\/strong> \u2014 and you\u2019ve come to the right place! In this guide, we will cover lots of <strong>helpful tips and suggestions<\/strong> for improving your German reading skills, including:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>How to determine your objective in reading German;<\/li>\n<li>How to learn to read German well;<\/li>\n<li>The best German books and audiobooks for beginners;<\/li>\n<li>The best German books and audiobooks for intermediate learners;<\/li>\n<li>The best German books and audiobooks for advanced learners;<\/li>\n<li>How to improve your German with Global General.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>If you\u2019d like to find out <strong>how to improve your German<\/strong> by reading in German, then just keep on reading!<\/p>\n<p>Let\u2019s dive right in.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><style type=\"text\/css\">.fusion-body .fusion-builder-column-0{width:100% !important;margin-top : 0px;margin-bottom : 0px;}.fusion-builder-column-0 > .fusion-column-wrapper {padding-top : 0px !important;padding-right : 0px !important;margin-right : 1.92%;padding-bottom : 0px 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padding-top : 0px;margin-top : 30px;padding-right : 0px;padding-bottom : 0px;margin-bottom : 30px;padding-left : 0px;}<\/style><\/div><div class=\"fusion-fullwidth fullwidth-box fusion-builder-row-3 fusion-flex-container nonhundred-percent-fullwidth non-hundred-percent-height-scrolling\" style=\"background-color: rgba(255,255,255,0);background-position: center center;background-repeat: no-repeat;border-width: 0px 0px 0px 0px;border-color:#eae9e9;border-style:solid;\" ><div class=\"fusion-builder-row fusion-row fusion-flex-align-items-flex-start\" style=\"max-width:1456px;margin-left: calc(-4% \/ 2 );margin-right: calc(-4% \/ 2 );\"><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-2 fusion_builder_column_1_1 1_1 fusion-flex-column\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\" style=\"background-position:left top;background-repeat:no-repeat;-webkit-background-size:cover;-moz-background-size:cover;-o-background-size:cover;background-size:cover;padding: 0px 0px 0px 0px;\"><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-2\"><h2><a id=\"post-61630-_dcm1ktlwqw7x\"><\/a>Top 3 Reasons to Start Learning How to Read in German<\/h2>\n<p>Learning to read German can be extremely useful in many different ways. However, before learning to read you should make sure that you <a href=\"https:\/\/global-exam.com\/blog\/en\/general-german-alphabet-pronunciation-of-each-letter-and-examples\/\">learn the German alphabet and its pronunciation<\/a> accurately so that you will not encounter any troubles. Your progress on the other hand will be most effective if you can<strong> accurately define what exactly your goal is<\/strong> in learning to read German. Here are some main reasons why people want to learn to read German:<\/p>\n<h3><a id=\"post-61630-_sumt5j157v4o\"><\/a>Increasing your German vocabulary<\/h3>\n<p>Words, words, words \u2014 that\u2019s what books are made of! So it makes total sense that many German learners head straight to the bookstore when they decide they want to <strong>expand their German vocabulary<\/strong>. It\u2019s very easy to learn new words <strong>related to a particular topic <\/strong>you\u2019re interested in as well: all you have to do is find a book on that topic in German! Or if you\u2019d like to enhance your knowledge of the language in general, pick up a fiction bestseller \u2014 those books are usually <strong>available in several languages<\/strong>, so you can even find it in your native language and read them side by side.<\/p>\n<h3><a id=\"post-61630-_xazukxn1v77f\"><\/a>Learning grammar structures<\/h3>\n<p>Unless you\u2019re reading a dictionary, German words will not be used in isolation. That\u2019s where grammar comes in! If you pay attention to <strong>the way the sentences are structured<\/strong>, you can learn a lot about German grammar structures by reading in German. You can even learn everything about the <a href=\"https:\/\/global-exam.com\/blog\/en\/general-german-vowels-examples-and-exercises-to-help-your-pronunciation\/\">German vowels and their pronunciation<\/a>. Remember that <strong>different authors have different writing styles<\/strong>, so you may see a different range of language based on what kind of book you pick up. If you\u2019d like to stick to the kind of grammar you see in German textbooks, you can try reading a nonfiction book about a topic you\u2019re passionate about \u2014 they\u2019re usually written with <strong>more technical language<\/strong> without too much style affecting the sentence structures.<\/p>\n<h3><a id=\"post-61630-_ro6lehystsgu\"><\/a>Improving your pronunciation<\/h3>\n<p>If you enjoy listening more than reading, pick up a<strong> German audiobook<\/strong> and listen to it to <a href=\"https:\/\/global-exam.com\/blog\/en\/general-german-pronunciation-what-are-the-basic-rules-you-need-to-know\/\">practice your German pronunciation<\/a>. You can improve your <strong>listening comprehension<\/strong> and passive understanding of <strong>German accents and intonation<\/strong> just by listening to the book. Or, you can take the more active approach and try <strong>repeating after the narrator<\/strong> in order to try to copy his accent. If you\u2019re an advanced learner or have a skilled German tutor to help you, you can also use paper books to improve your accent: just read them out loud! If you\u2019re a beginner, make sure you do this <strong>with a language tutor who can correct you<\/strong>, otherwise you might be just repeating pronunciation mistakes.<\/p>\n<p><img class=\"aligncenter wp-image-61642\" src=\"https:\/\/global-exam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/woman-reading-e1629994402316.jpg\" alt=\"woman reading a book\" width=\"400\" height=\"222\" srcset=\"https:\/\/global-exam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/woman-reading-e1629994402316-200x111.jpg 200w, https:\/\/global-exam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/woman-reading-e1629994402316-300x166.jpg 300w, https:\/\/global-exam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/woman-reading-e1629994402316-400x222.jpg 400w, https:\/\/global-exam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/woman-reading-e1629994402316-600x333.jpg 600w, https:\/\/global-exam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/woman-reading-e1629994402316-768x426.jpg 768w, https:\/\/global-exam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/woman-reading-e1629994402316-800x444.jpg 800w, https:\/\/global-exam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/woman-reading-e1629994402316-1024x568.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/global-exam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/woman-reading-e1629994402316-1200x666.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/global-exam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/woman-reading-e1629994402316.jpg 1280w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 400px) 100vw, 400px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2><a id=\"post-61630-_ll917hd4deiv\"><\/a>How to Learn to Read German Well: 4 Helpful Starting Tips<\/h2>\n<p>After you\u2019ve defined your goal in reading German, the next step is\u2026 starting to read German, of course! If you\u2019re a beginner learner, or even if you\u2019re more advanced, this can feel a little difficult at first. Written language is always a little more complex than spoken language, so it takes a lot of effort to read in any foreign language. Here are four simple tips to make reading in German a little easier and more pleasant.<\/p>\n<h3><a id=\"post-61630-_l70lyz1kcr36\"><\/a>Read slowly<\/h3>\n<p>Reading in German is not a race, so take your time! Make sure you spend enough time on each word to <strong>pronounce it correctly<\/strong>. Try to focus on using the correct German <strong>accent and intonation<\/strong>. For beginner learners, it\u2019s best if you read<strong> with an expert language tutor<\/strong> who can correct you. Reading slowly is an excellent technique to remind you of <a href=\"https:\/\/global-exam.com\/blog\/en\/general-german-accents-learn-the-rules-for-a-perfect-pronunciation\/\">the rules for a perfect German accent<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h3><a id=\"post-61630-_emi1f6elpssy\"><\/a>Look up words you don\u2019t know<\/h3>\n<p>Especially if you\u2019re reading in order to <strong>expand your vocabulary<\/strong>, you should keep track of the new words you find in the German book you\u2019re reading. Otherwise, you\u2019re learning new words only to forget them as soon as you turn the next page! You can use a paper notebook for this and write down the word, the sentence for context, and the page number where you found it, in case you want to go back and check it again later. Or, you can use a free online flashcard application, such as Quizlet.<\/p>\n<h3><a id=\"post-61630-_vvpithjoij88\"><\/a>Reread several times<\/h3>\n<p>Rereading the same German book several times is a great way to <strong>check on your progress<\/strong> in the language. If you\u2019re improving in your German and learning the new words, you should find each time you reread the book a little easier. Plus, now that you know the story, you can <strong>focus fully on the language and how it is used to tell the story<\/strong>. Depending on your reading style, you can reread each chapter before moving on to the next one, or read the entire book first and then reread it again. If you\u2019d like to be very effective, you can even study the new vocabulary you wrote down before you reread each next chapter. See if you can understand all the language in the chapter without using the dictionary!<\/p>\n<h3><a id=\"post-61630-_kyin104voivh\"><\/a>Listen to the audio book with the book in front of you<\/h3>\n<p>To make the absolute most out of reading in German, find a book that exists both in paper form and in audiobook form. That way you can <strong>both see and hear the language<\/strong>! Listen to the audiobook while following along in your book. This is an excellent way to practice all key aspects of the German language: pronunciation, vocabulary, and grammar. When you reread the book, <strong>try reading along with the narrator <\/strong>and listen carefully if <strong>your pronunciation matches theirs<\/strong>!<\/p>\n<h2><a id=\"post-61630-_upciqvuylgit\"><\/a>The Best German Books and Audiobooks for Each Level<\/h2>\n<p>Starting to read in German can be tricky \u2014 especially if you don\u2019t know where to start! We\u2019ve put together some great reading suggestions specific to each level of learner.<\/p>\n<h2><a id=\"post-61630-_6tor61zfrmif\"><\/a>The Best German Books and Audiobooks for Beginners<\/h2>\n<h3><a id=\"post-61630-_w7ga00oi8i2\"><\/a>Short stories in German for beginners by Olly Richards<\/h3>\n<p>This book has 8 short stories for low-level beginners from a <strong>range of genres<\/strong>: mystery, sci-fi, drama, etc. They include <strong>vocabulary exercises <\/strong>and word lists, as well as <strong>quizzes<\/strong> to test your knowledge after each story. The vocabulary is <strong>very common<\/strong> and the stories are quite predictable, so these tales are a great introduction to German reading for beginners.<\/p>\n<p><img width=\"296\" height=\"332\" class=\"wp-image-61631 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/global-exam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/german-short-stories-by-olly-richards.png\" alt=\"German short stories by Olly Richards\" srcset=\"https:\/\/global-exam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/german-short-stories-by-olly-richards-200x224.png 200w, https:\/\/global-exam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/german-short-stories-by-olly-richards-267x300.png 267w, https:\/\/global-exam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/german-short-stories-by-olly-richards.png 296w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 296px) 100vw, 296px\" \/><\/p>\n<h3><a id=\"post-61630-_cb8unuj6mzvx\"><\/a>Fairy Tales in simplified German with audio<\/h3>\n<p>If you\u2019re too eager to start reading German to wait to go to the bookstore, you can get started <strong>online<\/strong> with 12 free fairy tales in simplified German at learnoutlive.com. These classic short stories are made for beginners and include favorites such as <strong>Rapunzel<\/strong>, <strong>Hansel and Gretel<\/strong>, <strong>Rumpelstiltskin<\/strong>, <strong>Little Red Riding Hood<\/strong>, and many more. Each story includes an <strong>audio recording<\/strong> so you can listen to the correct pronunciation of what you are reading.<\/p>\n<h3><a id=\"post-61630-_in9y1f7jv2me\"><\/a>Dino Lernt Deutsch<\/h3>\n<p>If you\u2019re an upper beginner (around A2), you can give Dino Lernt Deutsch a try. This series of four books includes 50 short stories and loads of <strong>realistic, practical conversations<\/strong> that are sure to fill up your vocabulary notebook in no time. The best thing is, you\u2019ll be able to put it all to use very easily because the language used in this book series is extremely useful! Use it in conjunction <strong>with a vocabulary or flashcard app<\/strong> to help you review the new words thoroughly and get the most of this series.<\/p>\n<h2><a id=\"post-61630-_vkmmycg7vswh\"><\/a>The Best German Books and Audiobooks for Intermediate Learners<\/h2>\n<h3><a id=\"post-61630-_j254zyvme1mg\"><\/a>LingoMastery: German short stories<\/h3>\n<p>This book says \u201cfor beginners\u201d, but the language is more suited to a B1-B2 learner, with <strong>increasingly complex conjugations and grammar<\/strong>. The book has <strong>20 short stories<\/strong> that are <strong>easy to follow<\/strong> and also include practical language that you can immediately put to use in real life.<\/p>\n<p><img class=\"aligncenter wp-image-61632\" src=\"https:\/\/global-exam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/word-image-14.png\" alt=\"german short stories book\" width=\"349\" height=\"350\" srcset=\"https:\/\/global-exam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/word-image-14-66x66.png 66w, https:\/\/global-exam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/word-image-14-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/global-exam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/word-image-14-200x201.png 200w, https:\/\/global-exam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/word-image-14-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/global-exam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/word-image-14-400x401.png 400w, https:\/\/global-exam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/word-image-14-600x602.png 600w, https:\/\/global-exam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/word-image-14-768x770.png 768w, https:\/\/global-exam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/word-image-14.png 776w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 349px) 100vw, 349px\" \/><\/p>\n<h3><a id=\"post-61630-_rve1jvehas5b\"><\/a>Short stories in German for intermediate learners by Olly Richards<\/h3>\n<p>If you enjoyed Olly Richards\u2019s short stories for beginners, then this is an <strong>excellent follow-up<\/strong> when you\u2019re ready to step it up to the next level. These captivating short stories are made for approximately the B1-B2 level and <strong>don\u2019t feature any higher-level grammar or language<\/strong>, so you can learn without being overwhelmed. Each story includes a German-English glossary to explain new vocabulary, a summary in German, and comprehension questions and answers to check your understanding.<\/p>\n<p><img class=\"aligncenter wp-image-61635\" src=\"https:\/\/global-exam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/word-image-16.png\" alt=\"short stories in german books\" width=\"229\" height=\"350\" srcset=\"https:\/\/global-exam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/word-image-16-196x300.png 196w, https:\/\/global-exam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/word-image-16-200x306.png 200w, https:\/\/global-exam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/word-image-16.png 326w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 229px) 100vw, 229px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2><a id=\"post-61630-_amiugf0s31q\"><\/a>The Best German Books and Audiobooks for Advanced Learners<\/h2>\n<h3><a id=\"post-61630-_9szbgezfm61\"><\/a>The Goethe Institute eLibrary<\/h3>\n<p>If you\u2019re ready to move on to more native-level content, make a free account at the Goethe Institute eLibrary to get access to <strong>a huge German literature collection<\/strong>. It includes both <strong>fiction and non-fiction<\/strong> in the form of <strong>magazines, novels, and audiobooks<\/strong>. If you\u2019re a lower-intermediate German speaker, it\u2019s best to start with popular magazines, as they are mostly written at a B1\/B2 level. You can also check out the Institute\u2019s free German learning resources.<\/p>\n<h3><a id=\"post-61630-_vykvwos58ljg\"><\/a><img class=\"aligncenter wp-image-61636\" src=\"https:\/\/global-exam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/word-image-17.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"478\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/global-exam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/word-image-17-200x126.png 200w, https:\/\/global-exam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/word-image-17-300x188.png 300w, https:\/\/global-exam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/word-image-17-320x202.png 320w, https:\/\/global-exam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/word-image-17-337x212.png 337w, https:\/\/global-exam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/word-image-17-400x251.png 400w, https:\/\/global-exam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/word-image-17-600x377.png 600w, https:\/\/global-exam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/word-image-17-768x482.png 768w, https:\/\/global-exam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/word-image-17-800x502.png 800w, https:\/\/global-exam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/word-image-17.png 1024w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 478px) 100vw, 478px\" \/><\/h3>\n<h3><a id=\"post-61630-_aaksz5xqjdps\"><\/a>Audiobooks on Spotify<\/h3>\n<p>If you\u2019ve got a Spotify subscription, you already have access to <strong>hundreds of German audiobooks<\/strong>. Just type \u201ch\u00f6rb\u00fccher\u201d in the search bar and you will find <strong>every possible genre and topic<\/strong>. If you don\u2019t know where to start, check out this German kids story playlist by Julian or another German kids story playlist by Anna. Or, go for a classic and give The Little Prince a try in German.<\/p>\n<p><img class=\"aligncenter wp-image-61639\" src=\"https:\/\/global-exam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/word-image-20.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"414\" height=\"250\" srcset=\"https:\/\/global-exam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/word-image-20-200x121.png 200w, https:\/\/global-exam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/word-image-20-300x181.png 300w, https:\/\/global-exam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/word-image-20-400x241.png 400w, https:\/\/global-exam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/word-image-20-600x362.png 600w, https:\/\/global-exam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/word-image-20-768x464.png 768w, https:\/\/global-exam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/word-image-20-800x483.png 800w, https:\/\/global-exam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/word-image-20.png 1024w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 414px) 100vw, 414px\" \/><\/p>\n<h3><a id=\"post-61630-_n3go5dubwmo9\"><\/a>The bookstore!<\/h3>\n<p>If you\u2019re an avid reader and you\u2019re reaching the advanced level, just head to the bookstore! Starting to read <strong>authentic fiction<\/strong> (not adjusted to a lower language level) can be a big step, so start with <strong>a book you\u2019ve already read in English<\/strong>. Since you\u2019re already familiar with the plot, you\u2019ll have an <strong>easier time following along<\/strong> and you can <strong>focus on acquiring new vocabulary<\/strong> and noticing the <strong>grammatical structures<\/strong> used. If you\u2019d like to try out something new, you can give a shot at Das Rosie-Projekt by Graeme Simsion, or Die Analfabetin, die rechnen konnte by Jonas Jonasson. Both these books are also available as German audiobooks as well.<\/p>\n<h2><a id=\"post-61630-_yu20bcv8mjmu\"><\/a>Reach the Level of German You Dream Of With Global General<\/h2>\n<p>Reading is an excellent way to complement your German studies, but it\u2019s no replacement. You still need <strong>a structured course <\/strong>that can take you step by step through all the important elements of the language, and help you practice <strong>listening, speaking, and writing as well<\/strong> \u2014 like Global General. This e-learning method, developed by GlobalExam, helps <strong>beginners and intermediate students learn German<\/strong> as well as four other languages: Spanish, Italian, English, and French.<\/p>\n<p>The languages are divided into <strong>levels according to the CEFR standards <\/strong>and take a minimum of <strong>12 study hours to complete <\/strong>(except for English, which takes 25).<\/p>\n<p>Learn to communicate effectively in German with Global General! 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