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It is a common problem for a lot of German language students that despite taking a language course and doing lots of exercises in class and at home, they are still unable to express themselves fluently when it comes to sprechen or conversation.

The main reason for that is that most German language courses don't include enough conversation practice, so students can reach the intermediate or even advanced level of grammar without really learning proper conversation skills.

As a result, those who want to use the German language upon finishing their course should think of taking additional conversation classes with a tutor or other students to put their grammar skills and vocabulary into practice and go beyond "Sprechen Sie Deutsch" (Do you speak German?) in class.

Both beginners and advanced German language students can find a conversation course in their city or online. Conversation lessons are much more fun than grammar exercises, so it's a great way to inspire German language students to make more efforts and learn to speak German fluently.

When should German language students start taking conversation lessons?

In most cases, students want to learn a new language to speak with other people. Even the simplest German phrases like "Mein Name und mein Vorname" can be put by students into practice in classes as soon as they learn them.

A perfect German course for beginners should in fact include conversation time when the students can speak freely and try and use the grammar they are learning in conversation.

However, conversation courses become truly interesting when language students reach the intermediate level because this is when they can take part in a real conversation and speak on more or less complex topics.

An intermediate-level German course should gradually shift focus from grammar to conversation and other kinds of practice, so students can start feeling confident when they speak German.

The tutor's role at that point is to suggest interesting conversation topics for classes and correct the students' most serious mistakes to help them advance without interrupting the conversation in class.

Find a German course online

If you don't have the opportunity to talk with German speakers in your town, a great option for you is to enrol in a speaking course online.

Online speaking courses are quite good because you can talk with your tutor in real-time and learn new words and grammar rules from home.

In the beginning, you can take a course with a tutor from Australia who can switch to English if needed but when you feel confident enough about your level, you can also try out classes with native German speakers from Germany, which is the best way to become a truly advanced learner.

What's especially good about speaking classes with natives is that they can also be a great opportunity to learn about German culture. Your tutor will tell you about their region and traditions, so you will not be completely lost when you finally visit the country.

Speak German with language students from Germany

Spoken German courses are an excellent setting to practise the language but when you reach the advanced level in class, you can also speak German without a tutor at all. One especially good solution for that is language exchange.

You can get in contact with students from Germany online or meet them in your town and speak German with them in exchange for English.

As English is the main international language, most students would be keen to practise it with a native speaker and so, will gladly help you.

You can do language exchange in addition to your lessons so, you will make sure to hone both your grammar and speaking skills to be perfectly fluent.

Find a spoken German course on Superprof

Spoken practice is necessary for learning the German language. Finding an interesting and inspiring teacher can make your learning only more efficient.

Superprof is the platform that will help you find such a teacher. On our website, you can find numerous German language teachers offering classes in Australia and online. We will provide you with information about their courses and you can get in touch with them via chat to book your first lesson.

As most Superprof teachers offer their first lesson for free, you will make sure that it is the right person and have plenty of fun practising German and learning lots of new skills.