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Welcome to our lesson on '''Days of the Week and Months'''! Understanding the days and months is essential for daily communication in German, whether you're scheduling a meeting, planning a trip, or simply talking about your week. This lesson will serve as a stepping stone to enhance your vocabulary and help you navigate conversations with ease.
 
In this lesson, we will cover:
 
* The names of the days of the week in German
 
* The names of the months of the year in German
 
* How to use these terms in sentences
 
* Examples to illustrate the usage
 
* Exercises to practice what you've learned
 
By the end of this lesson, you will be able to confidently name the days of the week and the months in German, and use them in sentences.


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In this lesson, we will learn how to name and use the days of the week and months in German. Knowing how to talk about dates and time is essential for everyday conversations and for understanding schedules and appointments. Let's dive in and explore the fascinating world of German days and months!
=== Days of the Week ===


== Days of the Week ==
Understanding the days of the week is fundamental in any language. In German, the days have unique names, and learning them will empower you to express when events occur or to discuss your plans. Let’s take a look at the days of the week in German.


In German, the days of the week are known as "die Wochentage". Here are the days of the week in German:
{| class="wikitable"


{| class="wikitable"
! German !! Pronunciation !! English
! German !! Pronunciation !! English
|-
|-
| Montag || [ˈmɔntaːk] || Monday
 
| Montag || /ˈmoːntaɡ/ || Monday
 
|-
|-
| Dienstag || [ˈdiːənstaːk] || Tuesday
 
| Dienstag || /ˈdiːnstaɡ/ || Tuesday
 
|-
|-
| Mittwoch || [ˈmɪtvox] || Wednesday
 
| Mittwoch || /ˈmɪt.vɔχ/ || Wednesday
 
|-
|-
| Donnerstag || [ˈdɔnɐstaːk] || Thursday
 
| Donnerstag || /ˈdɔ.nɐs.taɡ/ || Thursday
 
|-
|-
| Freitag || [ˈfʁaɪtaːk] || Friday
 
| Freitag || /ˈfʁaɪ̯taɡ/ || Friday
 
|-
|-
| Samstag || [ˈzamstaːk] || Saturday
 
| Samstag || /ˈzams.taɡ/ || Saturday
 
|-
|-
| Sonntag || [ˈzɔntaːk] || Sunday
|}


Here are a few interesting facts about the days of the week in German:
| Sonntag  || /ˈzɔn.taɡ/ || Sunday


* The names of the days in German are derived from Germanic deities and celestial bodies.
|}
* The names for Saturday and Sunday are the same as in English, but with a different pronunciation.
* In Germany, Sunday is considered a day of rest and most shops and businesses are closed.


Now let's move on to the months of the year!
It’s interesting to note that in German, the days of the week are often used in a straightforward manner. For example, "am Montag" means "on Monday."


== Months of the Year ==
=== Months of the Year ===


In German, the months of the year are known as "die Monate". Here are the months of the year in German:
Similarly, the months of the year are essential for discussing dates and planning. Below are the names of the months in German.


{| class="wikitable"
{| class="wikitable"
! German !! Pronunciation !! English
! German !! Pronunciation !! English
|-
|-
| Januar || [jaˈnuːaʁ] || January
 
| Januar || /ˈja.nʊ.ɑʁ/ || January
 
|-
|-
| Februar || [feˈbʁuaʁ] || February
 
| Februar || /ˈfeː.bʁuː.ɑʁ/ || February
 
|-
|-
| März || [mɛʁts] || March
 
| März || /mɛʁt͡s/ || March
 
|-
|-
| April || [aˈpʁiːl] || April
 
| April || /aˈpʁiːl/ || April
 
|-
|-
| Mai || [maɪ] || May
 
| Mai || /maɪ̯/ || May
 
|-
|-
| Juni || [ˈjuːni] || June
 
| Juni || /ˈjuː.ni/ || June
 
|-
|-
| Juli || [ˈjuːli] || July
 
| Juli || /ˈjuː.li/ || July
 
|-
|-
| August || [aʊˈɡʊst] || August
 
| August || /au̯ˈɡʊst/ || August
 
|-
|-
| September || [zɛpˈtɛmbɐ] || September
 
| September || /zɛpˈtɛmbɐ/ || September
 
|-
|-
| Oktober || [ɔkˈtoːbɐ] || October
 
| Oktober || /ɔkˈtoː.bɐ/ || October
 
|-
|-
| November || [noˈvɛmbɐ] || November
 
| November || /noˈvɛmbɐ/ || November
 
|-
|-
| Dezember || [dɛˈt͡sɛmbɐ] || December
 
| Dezember || /deˈt͡seɪ̯mbɐ/ || December
 
|}
|}


Here are a few interesting facts about the months of the year in German:
Just like the days, the months are used in phrases such as "im Januar" (in January) or "im Dezember" (in December).
 
=== Usage in Sentences ===
 
Now that we know the names of the days and months, let’s look at how to use them in sentences. Here are some examples to get you started:
 
1. '''Ich habe am Montag einen Termin.''' (I have an appointment on Monday.)
 
2. '''Mein Geburtstag ist im April.''' (My birthday is in April.)
 
3. '''Wir treffen uns am Freitag.''' (We will meet on Friday.)
 
4. '''Der erste Mai ist ein Feiertag.''' (The first of May is a holiday.)
 
5. '''Ich gehe am Sonntag ins Kino.''' (I am going to the cinema on Sunday.)
 
These examples illustrate how you can easily incorporate the days of the week and months into your conversations.
 
=== Practice Exercises ===
 
To reinforce your learning, here are some exercises. Try to complete them based on what you have learned.
 
==== Exercise 1: Fill in the Blanks ====
 
Fill in the blanks with the correct day of the week.


* The names of the months in German are derived from Latin.
1. Ich gehe ______ ins Fitnessstudio. (I go to the gym on ______.)
* The names for most months are similar to their English counterparts.
* The name for May, "Mai", is derived from the Roman goddess Maia, who was associated with growth and fertility.


== Using Days and Months in Sentences ==
2. ______ ist mein Lieblingstag. (______ is my favorite day.)


Now that we know how to name the days of the week and months in German, let's learn how to use them in sentences. Here are a few examples:
3. Wir haben am ______ ein Meeting. (We have a meeting on ______.)


* Heute ist Montag. (Today is Monday.)
''Solution:''
* Morgen ist Dienstag. (Tomorrow is Tuesday.)
* Ich habe am Mittwoch einen Termin. (I have an appointment on Wednesday.)
* Donnerstag ist mein Lieblingstag. (Thursday is my favorite day.)
* Freitag ist der letzte Schultag. (Friday is the last day of school.)
* Samstag und Sonntag sind Wochenendtage. (Saturday and Sunday are weekend days.)
* Mein Geburtstag ist im Januar. (My birthday is in January.)
* Wir fahren im Februar in den Urlaub. (We are going on vacation in February.)
* März ist der Frühlingsanfang. (March is the beginning of spring.)
* Im April feiern wir Ostern. (We celebrate Easter in April.)
* Mai ist ein schöner Monat. (May is a beautiful month.)
* Juni ist der Monat der Sommerferien. (June is the month of summer vacation.)
* Juli und August sind die heißesten Monate. (July and August are the hottest months.)
* September ist der Beginn des Herbstes. (September is the beginning of autumn.)
* Im Oktober feiern wir Oktoberfest. (We celebrate Oktoberfest in October.)
* November ist der Monat der Erntedankfeste. (November is the month of harvest festivals.)
* Dezember ist die Weihnachtszeit. (December is the Christmas season.)


== Practice Exercise ==
1. Montag


Now it's time to practice what you've learned! Fill in the blanks with the correct day or month in German:
2. Freitag


1. Morgen ist __________. (Tomorrow is Sunday.)
3. Donnerstag
2. Wir haben am __________ eine Party. (We have a party on Thursday.)
3. Mein Geburtstag ist im __________. (My birthday is in November.)
4. Im __________ fahren wir in den Urlaub. (In July, we go on vacation.)
5. __________ ist der erste Tag der Woche. (Monday is the first day of the week.)


Answers:
==== Exercise 2: Translate the Sentences ====
1. Morgen ist Sonntag.
2. Wir haben am Donnerstag eine Party.
3. Mein Geburtstag ist im November.
4. Im Juli fahren wir in den Urlaub.
5. Montag ist der erste Tag der Woche.


Keep practicing and soon you'll be able to confidently talk about dates and time in German!
Translate the following sentences into German.
 
1. My birthday is in November.
 
2. We meet on Saturday.
 
3. I will travel in August.
 
''Solution:''
 
1. Mein Geburtstag ist im November.
 
2. Wir treffen uns am Samstag.
 
3. Ich werde im August reisen.
 
==== Exercise 3: Matching Exercise ====
 
Match the German days of the week with their English translations.
 
1. Montag          a. Sunday
 
2. Dienstag      b. Tuesday
 
3. Samstag        c. Saturday
 
4. Sonntag      d. Monday
 
''Solution:''
 
1-d, 2-b, 3-c, 4-a
 
==== Exercise 4: Sentence Creation ====
 
Create sentences using the following prompts:
 
1. Monday
 
2. February
 
3. Meeting
 
''Solution Examples:''
 
1. Ich habe am Montag frei. (I am free on Monday.)
 
2. Ich gehe im Februar auf Urlaub. (I will go on vacation in February.)
 
3. Wir haben ein Meeting am Freitag. (We have a meeting on Friday.)
 
==== Exercise 5: True or False ====
 
Determine if the statement is true or false.
 
1. Donnerstag is Thursday. (True)
 
2. Mai is February. (False)
 
3. Sonntag is Saturday. (False)
 
==== Exercise 6: Days and Months Quiz ====
 
Choose the correct answer.
 
1. What is "Wednesday" in German?
 
a) Dienstag
 
b) Mittwoch
 
c) Freitag
 
2. What month comes after April?
 
a) Mai
 
b) Juni
 
c) März
 
''Solution:''
 
1-b, 2-a
 
==== Exercise 7: Write Your Schedule ====
 
Write down your schedule for the week using German days and months.
 
''Solution: This will vary by student.''
 
==== Exercise 8: Fill in the Dates ====
 
Fill in the correct month for the following dates.
 
1. 14. ______ (February)
 
2. 1. ______ (January)
 
3. 25. ______ (December)
 
''Solution:''
 
1. Februar
 
2. Januar
 
3. Dezember
 
==== Exercise 9: Ask and Answer ====
 
Ask a partner about their plans using the days and months vocabulary.
 
''Solution: This will vary by student.''
 
==== Exercise 10: Listening Practice ====
 
Listen to a recording of someone saying the days of the week and months and write down what you hear.
 
''Solution: This will vary by student.''
 
With these exercises, you can practice and solidify your understanding of the days of the week and months in German. Remember, repetition is key to language learning! Keep practicing and soon you'll be using these terms naturally in conversation.


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Welcome to our lesson on Days of the Week and Months! Understanding the days and months is essential for daily communication in German, whether you're scheduling a meeting, planning a trip, or simply talking about your week. This lesson will serve as a stepping stone to enhance your vocabulary and help you navigate conversations with ease.

In this lesson, we will cover:

  • The names of the days of the week in German
  • The names of the months of the year in German
  • How to use these terms in sentences
  • Examples to illustrate the usage
  • Exercises to practice what you've learned

By the end of this lesson, you will be able to confidently name the days of the week and the months in German, and use them in sentences.

Days of the Week[edit | edit source]

Understanding the days of the week is fundamental in any language. In German, the days have unique names, and learning them will empower you to express when events occur or to discuss your plans. Let’s take a look at the days of the week in German.

German Pronunciation English
Montag /ˈmoːntaɡ/ Monday
Dienstag /ˈdiːnstaɡ/ Tuesday
Mittwoch /ˈmɪt.vɔχ/ Wednesday
Donnerstag /ˈdɔ.nɐs.taɡ/ Thursday
Freitag /ˈfʁaɪ̯taɡ/ Friday
Samstag /ˈzams.taɡ/ Saturday
Sonntag /ˈzɔn.taɡ/ Sunday

It’s interesting to note that in German, the days of the week are often used in a straightforward manner. For example, "am Montag" means "on Monday."

Months of the Year[edit | edit source]

Similarly, the months of the year are essential for discussing dates and planning. Below are the names of the months in German.

German Pronunciation English
Januar /ˈja.nʊ.ɑʁ/ January
Februar /ˈfeː.bʁuː.ɑʁ/ February
März /mɛʁt͡s/ March
April /aˈpʁiːl/ April
Mai /maɪ̯/ May
Juni /ˈjuː.ni/ June
Juli /ˈjuː.li/ July
August /au̯ˈɡʊst/ August
September /zɛpˈtɛmbɐ/ September
Oktober /ɔkˈtoː.bɐ/ October
November /noˈvɛmbɐ/ November
Dezember /deˈt͡seɪ̯mbɐ/ December

Just like the days, the months are used in phrases such as "im Januar" (in January) or "im Dezember" (in December).

Usage in Sentences[edit | edit source]

Now that we know the names of the days and months, let’s look at how to use them in sentences. Here are some examples to get you started:

1. Ich habe am Montag einen Termin. (I have an appointment on Monday.)

2. Mein Geburtstag ist im April. (My birthday is in April.)

3. Wir treffen uns am Freitag. (We will meet on Friday.)

4. Der erste Mai ist ein Feiertag. (The first of May is a holiday.)

5. Ich gehe am Sonntag ins Kino. (I am going to the cinema on Sunday.)

These examples illustrate how you can easily incorporate the days of the week and months into your conversations.

Practice Exercises[edit | edit source]

To reinforce your learning, here are some exercises. Try to complete them based on what you have learned.

Exercise 1: Fill in the Blanks[edit | edit source]

Fill in the blanks with the correct day of the week.

1. Ich gehe ______ ins Fitnessstudio. (I go to the gym on ______.)

2. ______ ist mein Lieblingstag. (______ is my favorite day.)

3. Wir haben am ______ ein Meeting. (We have a meeting on ______.)

Solution:

1. Montag

2. Freitag

3. Donnerstag

Exercise 2: Translate the Sentences[edit | edit source]

Translate the following sentences into German.

1. My birthday is in November.

2. We meet on Saturday.

3. I will travel in August.

Solution:

1. Mein Geburtstag ist im November.

2. Wir treffen uns am Samstag.

3. Ich werde im August reisen.

Exercise 3: Matching Exercise[edit | edit source]

Match the German days of the week with their English translations.

1. Montag a. Sunday

2. Dienstag b. Tuesday

3. Samstag c. Saturday

4. Sonntag d. Monday

Solution:

1-d, 2-b, 3-c, 4-a

Exercise 4: Sentence Creation[edit | edit source]

Create sentences using the following prompts:

1. Monday

2. February

3. Meeting

Solution Examples:

1. Ich habe am Montag frei. (I am free on Monday.)

2. Ich gehe im Februar auf Urlaub. (I will go on vacation in February.)

3. Wir haben ein Meeting am Freitag. (We have a meeting on Friday.)

Exercise 5: True or False[edit | edit source]

Determine if the statement is true or false.

1. Donnerstag is Thursday. (True)

2. Mai is February. (False)

3. Sonntag is Saturday. (False)

Exercise 6: Days and Months Quiz[edit | edit source]

Choose the correct answer.

1. What is "Wednesday" in German?

a) Dienstag

b) Mittwoch

c) Freitag

2. What month comes after April?

a) Mai

b) Juni

c) März

Solution:

1-b, 2-a

Exercise 7: Write Your Schedule[edit | edit source]

Write down your schedule for the week using German days and months.

Solution: This will vary by student.

Exercise 8: Fill in the Dates[edit | edit source]

Fill in the correct month for the following dates.

1. 14. ______ (February)

2. 1. ______ (January)

3. 25. ______ (December)

Solution:

1. Februar

2. Januar

3. Dezember

Exercise 9: Ask and Answer[edit | edit source]

Ask a partner about their plans using the days and months vocabulary.

Solution: This will vary by student.

Exercise 10: Listening Practice[edit | edit source]

Listen to a recording of someone saying the days of the week and months and write down what you hear.

Solution: This will vary by student.

With these exercises, you can practice and solidify your understanding of the days of the week and months in German. Remember, repetition is key to language learning! Keep practicing and soon you'll be using these terms naturally in conversation.

Table of Contents - German Course - 0 to A1[edit source]


Basic Sentence Structures


Greetings and Introduction


Definite and Indefinite Articles


Numbers, Dates and Time


Verbs and Conjugation


Family and Friends


Prepositions


Food and Drinks


Germany and German-Speaking Countries


Pronouns and Possessives


Travel and Transportation


Modal Verbs


Shopping and Clothes


Music and Entertainment


Adjectives


Health and Body


Time and Temporal Prepositions

Videos[edit | edit source]

Learn German | German Vocabulary | Days of the week - YouTube[edit | edit source]

German Lesson 9 - The seasons, the months and the days of the week[edit | edit source]

How to Say Days of the Week in German | German Lessons - YouTube[edit | edit source]

Learn the days of the week in German - Wochentage - YouTube[edit | edit source]


Sources[edit | edit source]



Other Lessons[edit | edit source]



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