3 Minute German – Course 1 | Language lessons for beginners Course Syllabus

Overview: This ultra-concise course is designed for complete beginners and delivers foundational German language skills through six focused 3-minute lessons. Each module introduces essential vocabulary, pronunciation, and grammar in bite-sized, easy-to-digest segments. With a total time commitment of under 20 minutes, the course emphasizes immediate conversational use, clear pronunciation, and practical phrases for real-life interactions. Ideal for busy learners, it builds confidence quickly and supports daily microlearning practice.

Module 1: German Pronunciation & Alphabet

Estimated time: 0.1 hours

• Overview of the German alphabet
• Recognizing and producing Umlauts (ä, ö, ü)
• Pronunciation rules for 'ch' and 'sch' sounds
• Accurate articulation of German phonemes

Module 2: Greetings & Introductions

Estimated time: 0.1 hours

• Saying 'Guten Tag' and other common greetings
• Asking and answering 'Wie heißt du?'
• Using formal (Sie) vs. informal (du) address
• Introducing yourself in simple German

Module 3: Present-Tense Verbs

Estimated time: 0.1 hours

• Conjugating the verb 'sein' (to be) in present tense
• Conjugating the verb 'haben' (to have) in present tense
• Forming sentences with 'ich bin' and 'ich habe'
• Creating simple negations

Module 4: Numbers & Prices

Estimated time: 0.1 hours

• Counting from 1 to 20
• Asking 'Wie viel kostet das?' (How much does this cost?)
• Understanding euro pricing in context
• Responding to basic price inquiries

Module 5: Days, Time & Simple Questions

Estimated time: 0.1 hours

• Naming the days of the week
• Asking 'Wie spät ist es?' (What time is it?)
• Using the question word 'Wann?' (When?)
• Responding to time and schedule questions

Module 6: Basic Vocabulary Drill & Review

Estimated time: 0.1 hours

• Rapid recall of key vocabulary from Lessons 1–5
• Review of sentence structures
• Practice forming simple German sentences

Prerequisites

• No prior knowledge of German required
• Basic English literacy
• Access to audio playback for pronunciation practice

What You'll Be Able to Do After

• Pronounce German sounds accurately, including Umlauts and 'ch'/'sch'
• Exchange greetings and introduce yourself in German
• Use formal and informal address appropriately
• Conjugate and use the verbs 'sein' and 'haben' in present tense
• Ask and answer basic questions about name, origin, time, and price