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Learn German through stories

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Original stories from A1 to C1. Tap any word for its meaning, listen with natural audio, and practice with dictation, flashcards and exam-style tests.

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Deutsch · Die große Prüfung · A2

Morgen hat Ben eine wichtige Prüfung. Er lernt den ganzen Nachmittag in der Bibliothek.

die Bibliothek noun
library · met 2 of about 10 times

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