Language Transfer

Complete German, Track 48 - Language Transfer, The Thinking Method

Apr 9, 2018
Understanding how gender influences possessive pronouns in German. Formation of plural in German using the word 'Freund' as an example. Pronunciation of 'send' and introducing new vocabulary.
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ADVICE

Careful Sentence Construction

  • Think before constructing a sentence, ensuring complete understanding.
  • Avoid rushing, as uncertainty often stems from hasty speech.
INSIGHT

Unchanging "Meine"

  • "Meine" remains unchanged, mirroring the consistent "Sie" (she/her).
  • "Ich warte auf meine Freundin" means "I'm waiting for my female friend."
INSIGHT

Plural Pronoun Simplicity

  • "Sie" (they/them) having no change in the plural simplifies sentence structure.
  • Finding the correct plural form is key when dealing with pronouns.
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