This is the story of St. Martin of Tours, a man who gave his time, energy, and belongings to the poor and needy. In Germany, St. Martin’s Day is celebrated in mid-November with a feast, bonfires, and processions of children carrying lanterns through the streets.

In this video, you’ll learn how to conjugate the modal verb "sollen" (“should”) in different tenses and modes.

And now Eylin introduces the other German "R": namely, the one produced in the throat. Here, she presents some tips for mastering this tricky sound. Enjoy!

Round out your knowledge of Germany’s federal states (Bundesländer) with this video on Lower Saxony. Find out where it is, how it got its name, and what kinds of natural wonders can be found there.

The letter "R" is pronounced differently in German than it is in English and other languages, and also depending on where it appears in a German word. In the first part of the series, Eylin shows us how this works and gives plenty of examples.

In this video, Sabine explains in detail how teachers can set up their classes on Yabla.

In "Mein Osten" ("My East"), the band Silbermond, which hails from Saxony, addresses the mood in East Germany. The song focuses current problematic political and emotional state of the region.

Eylin is passionate about studying languages! Here, she shares her experience and some of her favorite tips for making language learning fun.

The latest music video from Erfurt musician Clueso is set against the breathtaking backdrop of the Dolomites in South Tyrol, with hints of other places, and shot by cinematographer Dennis Schmelz.

"Wo willst du hin" (Where Are You Going) is an R&B song by renowned German soul singer Xavier Naidoo. The song was a huge hit when it was released in 2002, and spent several weeks on the charts in German-speaking countries.

Don't know how to pronounce "S" and "Z" in German? In the second part of the video, Eylin explains the pronunciation of the German “S” – when to pronounce it as a hissing sound, and when to pronounce it as a buzzing sound – with plenty of examples.

"Du und Ich" ("You and I") was written on a car trip to Erfurt, where Clueso is from. While he watched the forest passing by, he remembered times from his past.

Currywurst is one of the most popular snacks in Berlin! But what’s the original recipe — and who invented here? Here, our charming cooking team shows you how to make authentic currywurst, and tells you a bit about its history.

Learning how to pronounce "S" and "Z" in German can be tricky! Here in Part I, Eylin shows you a shortcut for pronouncing the German "Z."

Stay true to your bicycle, and you’ll get to where you’re going faster! Here, Die Prinzen pay tribute to their transport of choice — and deal out plenty of insults to those who drive cars.