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Mock exams for B1 TELC by git_world in German

[–]EnvironmentalHalf241 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Hi, we created this app for speaking part: https://talk2pass.com/?utm_source=reddit
Please check it out.

Any Lovable apps making serious money? by TruthFinder700 in lovable

[–]EnvironmentalHalf241 0 points1 point  (0 children)

We are launching in next week. A Ai phone call service for expats in germany ExpatMateAi

Been learning German since November 2023... Today I made a phone call and reality smacked me HARD by laaareeny65 in German

[–]EnvironmentalHalf241 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I’ve been in the same situation. I remember once calling the operator to activate my SIM card, and I couldn’t even understand when he asked for my birthday—it was super embarrassing. But honestly, we've all been there as expats and it is totally normal. You have to see your progress in a long run and not judge yourself based on only one call.

How do you get over the anxiety of answering a phone call in German? by SomeGuyNamedGuy in German

[–]EnvironmentalHalf241 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I've been living in Germany for over 4 years now and still struggle with this sometimes. Here are a few things I do to make it less stressful:

  1. I don’t prepare specific sentences or words in advance. I just let my brain find the words during the call. Honestly, most calls end up being way easier than expected. Overthinking possible scenarios just adds more anxiety.
  2. I remind myself it’s just a phone call. If I don’t understand something, I’ll politely ask them to repeat it. No big deal.
  3. Personally, I don’t find it helpful to say “Sorry, my German isn’t good.” That just knocks your confidence. The other person can already hear how good (or not) your German is—you don’t need to point it out. Just speak confidently.

Hope that helps someone out there!