Tomas R.

    Tomas R.

    4.3

    2 reviews

    ES
    Robert F.
    For beginners

    Robert F.

    4.8

    34 reviews

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    Claire S.
    Business French

    Claire S.

    5

    43 reviews

    FR
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    Giulia K.

    4.9

    34 reviews

    IT
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    Tiago C.

    5

    44 reviews

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    Native Speaker

    Jane M.

    4.9

    67 reviews

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    Andreas G.

    4.5

    34 reviews

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    • Tutor german Martin S.
      ProfessionalSuper Tutor

      $303

      50-min lesson

      47

      students

      9333

      lessons
      • German

      47 active students

      9,333 lessons

        Speaks
      • German (Native),
      • English (Advanced)

      German-speaking Academic with a Business Background — Hi, my name is Martin. I live in Austria near Vienna and grew up speaking German as my native language. I attended a business university myself and have spent most of my professional life in the field of real estate financing. I believe this allows me to teach German particularly well, especially in terms of business language.

      Why choose Martin S.

      "Martin is a very dynamic and pleasant teacher. In the classes, we can speak about many different topics which makes the acquisition of a diversified vocabulary quicker. I highly recommend him!"

      Guillaume

      Guillaume

      January 22, 2022

      Very popular. Booked 14 times recently

    • Tutor german Marianne T.

      $420

      50-min lesson

      6

      students

      131

      lessons
      • German

      6 active students

      131 lessons

        Speaks
      • German (Native),
      • English (Proficient)

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      Have you always wanted to visit Berlin, Hamburg, or Munich? — Hi there! I'm Marianne, and I grew up in the German-speaking part of Switzerland but now live in the Italian-speaking region. I'm very open-minded and love meeting people from all backgrounds and languages. Besides my previous work as a Marketing & Communications Manager, I've often taught friends German and English in my spare time.

      Why choose Marianne T.

      "Marianne is a great tutor - very kind, patient and adapts quickly to the student's needs. Highly recommended!"

      Anna

      Anna

      May 21, 2025

    • Tutor german Ninja H.
      ProfessionalSuper Tutor

      $428

      50-min lesson

      20

      students

      871

      lessons
      • German

      20 active students

      871 lessons

        Speaks
      • German (Native),
      • English (Advanced)

      +4

      German with Ninja! Certified teacher with nearly 20 years of experience. — Hello to all German learners!
      I'm Ninja and I teach German with enthusiasm! Since I was 17, I've been teaching this wonderful language.
      It is important to me not only to bring you closer to the German language but also to expand your comfort zones and convey the joy of learning.

      Why choose Ninja H.

      "Ninja is an exceptional language trainer and a pleasure to work with. I recently had a trial lesson with her, and it was highly effective and engaging. Her teaching style is both professional and dynamic, making the learning process both enjoyable and productive. I am confident that continuing my lessons with her will be a valuable and enriching experience. I highly recommend Ninja as a German language instructor for anyone looking to enhance their skills in a structured and interactive manner."

      Anees

      Anees

      February 24, 2025

    • Tutor german Sándor H.
      Professional

      $537

      50-min lesson

      12

      students

      1223

      lessons
      • German

      12 active students

      1,223 lessons

        Speaks
      • German (Native),
      • English (Advanced)

      +3

      Get YOUR Medical/Everyday/Business German in Shape -Fit & confident for Work & Life 💪 — Tutor (A0-C2) & Physio + focus on medical/exam/career prep 💼
      🎯What YOU will achieve 🎯
      → Speaking/Communication skills 🗣️ - sound more natural, fluent, react spontaneously
      → Expand your vocab: Specialized or general🧑‍🎓
      → Grammar: Navigate the German grammar jungle🌴 by clear explanations

      Why choose Sándor H.

      "I had a great first lesson in conversational German with Sándor! He made it very interesting and easy to grasp. I will be taking more lessons with him."

      Jayshree

      Jayshree

      December 13, 2023

    • Tutor german Bernd S.
      Professional

      $350

      50-min lesson

      19

      students

      905

      lessons
      • German

      19 active students

      905 lessons

        Speaks
      • German (Native),
      • English (Advanced)

      +1

      Act now to enhance your language proficiency with expert guidance in breath, voice, and rhetoric skills! — Welcome! With over two decades of leadership experience in the tourism industry and my role as a board member of german youth travel association, I bring a wealth of knowledge and insights. But that's just the beginning. As a trained actor, I infuse our language training with a unique dynamic.

      Why choose Bernd S.

      "Bernd is cool and nice. The pacing of the lessons is easy to follow, and now I can probably make my way around an open-air fruit market in Berlin or Vienna. Would definitely recommend. "

      Venice

      Venice

      April 15, 2024

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    • Tutor german Alina S.
      ProfessionalSuper Tutor

      $537

      50-min lesson

      50

      students

      8293

      lessons
      • German

      50 active students

      8,293 lessons

        Speaks
      • German (Native),
      • English (Upper-Intermediate)

      Structured German Lessons – for Curious Kids & Motivated Adults ✨ — 👉 Before booking a trial lesson, send me a quick message! 👈
      Let’s make sure your goals and my teaching approach are the perfect match.
      Hi there!
      I'm Alina, a native German speaker with a passion for teaching and cultural exchange. My mission is to make learning German an enjoyable and rewarding experience for you.

      Why choose Alina S.

      "I am very satisfied with Alina and the way she works with her students."

      Jasmin

      Jasmin

      November 18, 2022

      Popular. Booked 10 times recently

    • Tutor german David S.
      Super Tutor

      $350

      50-min lesson

      39

      students

      5707

      lessons
      • German

      39 active students

      5,707 lessons

        Speaks
      • German (Native),
      • English (Advanced)

      Swiss German tutor with 4 years of experience — Hello! I'm David and I grew up mostly in a small village called Wattwil (Canton St. Gallen) in Switzerland. My native languages are Swiss German and German. I speak as well English (C1 Level), some French (about A2 level) and I'm a beginner in Italian.

      Why choose David S.

      "Very clear and friendly. Great teaching method!"

      Emanuele

      Emanuele

      March 14, 2022

    • Tutor german Larissa V.
      ProfessionalSuper Tutor

      $428

      50-min lesson

      19

      students

      653

      lessons
      • German

      19 active students

      653 lessons

        Speaks
      • German (Native),
      • English (Advanced)

      +2

      Achieve Your Goals. Learn German with Joy - for All Ages and Levels. — Hi, I'm Larissa. I've been a passionate teacher for over seven years, and I'm excited to help you reach your German goals.
      Let's work on your conversation skills or writing style, build your vocabulary, or take a closer look at the grammatical rules that matter to you - whatever you need and wish for.

      Why choose Larissa V.

      "Larissa is an amazing teacher. She tailors her lessons to both your needs and personality. Patient, friendly, and highly skilled, she knows how to help you progress to the next level. You can clearly feel her professional teaching background, and she made me look forward to my weekly German sessions. By far my best learning experience, I wholeheartedly recommend her!"

      Dounia

      Dounia

      September 22, 2025

      Popular. Booked 5 times recently

    • Tutor german Katalin V.
      Professional

      $381

      50-min lesson

      7

      students

      3090

      lessons
      • German

      7 active students

      3,090 lessons

        Speaks
      • German (Proficient),
      • English (Proficient)

      +3

      Germanist and DaF Teacher — Hi! I’m Katalin, a passionate German language expert with a degree in German Studies and many years of experience teaching German online. 📚💻
      I specialize in preparing students for language exams such as the Goethe Certificate, Telc, SDS, and more.
      In my lessons, I combine practical language exercises with a flexible, student-centered approach. 🎯

      Why choose Katalin V.

      "Learning German with Katalin has been a great experience so far. She is a very thoughtful, structured and engaging tutor, she tailors her teaching to my needs as a beginner. She presents the course in a style that is easy to follow and understand. I would highly recommend Katalin to anyone. "

      Cristian

      Cristian

      August 27, 2021

    • Tutor german Ivana I.

      $350

      50-min lesson

      22

      students

      2294

      lessons
      • German

      22 active students

      2,294 lessons

        Speaks
      • German (Native),
      • English (Proficient)

      +1

      Passionated Native German Tutor Who Brings Out The Best in You — Hello my name is Ivana. I am from Austria and currently living in Curacao.
      As a language tutor, mindset coach and public speaker focusing on female empowerment, strong and effective communication has become my obsession as a tool for authentic expression.

      Why choose Ivana I.

      "It has been already almost 2 years I have regular lessons with Ivana, and I love them. We speak about so many different and interesting topics and my German fluency has improved so much, with many new words. All the lessons are based on talking and using the new vocabulary learnt through texts and videos. She is super patient and helpful, and our time together passes so fast. If you need to boost your German in a funny and friendly environment, I highly recommend Ivana!"

      Chiara

      Chiara

      February 14, 2024

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    Nikhita

    Nikhita

    with Iva

    Ms Iva helps me learn German language in an excellent way. She is really insightful, fun and a very kind professor. She always listens to her students. Ms Iva provides accurate and interesting explanations. Absolutely recommend Ms Iva for German classes. The classes are amazing with her and I highly recommend her to learn German!

    Eva

    Eva

    with Anton

    Anton is always well prepared for every lesson. He teaches in a fun way. I believe that under his guidance, I will make progress.

    Gerben

    Gerben

    with Manuel

    Manuel significantly improved my German. His tailored sessions, boosted my confidence and practical skills. I highly recommend Manuel for his patient and effective teaching style, which truly enhances language learning.

    Amine

    Amine

    with Mathias

    Highly recommend him ! Super creative, and fun. Also, his teaching method is pretty good. Asking good question to understand where you have struggles and challenges. Thank you very much for everything.

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    Jad

    with Janine

    Janine is very adaptive to one's needs, and always finds a way to support in one's journey to improve their speaking skills.

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    Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

     

    💎 How hard is German, and how long does it take to learn?

    According to the Foreign Service Institute, you will need to spend around 30 weeks to learn German. Starting to speak German is easier than everyone thinks. In fact, German and English have many words that sound and mean the same things. To master it quickly, communication with native speakers is vital. That’s why many people connect with a private German tutors who are native speakers. According to the Foreign Service Institute, you will need to spend around 30 weeks to learn German. You need 300 hours of German lessons to reach independent proficiency in speaking and reading German based on the European CEFR guidelines. Otherwise, you'll need 900 hours to reach professional working proficiency based on Foreign Service Institute guidelines for US diplomats. Natural ability and previous experience with similar languages will affect these numbers.
     

    🏠 How do I take German lessons at home?

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    🌍 What countries speak German?

    German is an official language in six countries (Germany, Austria, Belgium, Liechtenstein, Luxembourg and Switzerland), it's a regional one in four other countries and spoken in 23 more countries. Working with a Preply German tutor will help you better adapt to the 250 different dialects. Read more about German-speaking countries on our blog.
     

    🧑🏻‍🤝‍🧑🏿How many people speak German?

    Around the world, 132 million people speak German, with 76 million native speakers.
     

    🎓 What are the most popular German language tests?

    The DSH - Deutsches Sprachdiplom Stufe test can let you determine your proficiency, and it's suitable for foreign students wishing to apply to a German-speaking university. It can also be useful for those who need a German certificate for a job qualification. Otherwise, the DALF exam is primarily for entry in German-speaking universities, and every university in Germany recognizes it. Moreover, passing this test is good as a qualification for academic professions and immigration and citizenship. Following German lessons online with a private tutor will help you get ready for your test.
     

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    Students and tutors take part in online German lessons through Preply's online teleconference software. Similar to video call apps with pro features, the online classroom allows file and screen sharing, text messaging, downloading class materials, reviewing learning objectives, and more.
     

    🤔 What kind of language is German?

    German is a West Germanic language, mastering it will make learning other West Germanic languages like Dutch easier.