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When to use the imperfect tense - Speaking about the past in German | CBG Show 2.03

Coffee Break German

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Using Imperfect Tense for Past Events in German

The chapter explores the use of imperfect tense in German when talking about past events, highlighting specific verbs like 'sein' and 'haben' that are commonly used in the Praeteritum tense to sound more like a native speaker. By comparing the imperfect tense to the perfect tense, the speakers demonstrate the simplicity and commonality of using imperfect tense in spoken German.

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