Danish Learning Accelerator

By Language Learning Accelerator

If you're trying to think your way into learning Danish, you're doing it wrong.

Learn Danish like you did English: by hearing a huge amount of it. (With at least a vague idea of what it means!)

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FAQs about Danish Learning Accelerator:

How many episodes does Danish Learning Accelerator have?

The podcast currently has 70 episodes available.

Danish Learning Accelerator episodes:

January 07, 2024Learn Danish: Coffee Shop
This episode exposes you to phrases, repeated in English and Danish, to improve your Danish vocabulary and help you to express yourself in Danish.
These episodes are meant to accompany and accelerate your existing Danish language studies, whether you're using an app like DuoLingo, or you're enrolled in a more formal Danish class. The more you expose your brain to Danish audio, the faster you'll learn.
View the full list of English and Danish phrases in this episode.
Contact us with feedback and ideas: [email protected]
Phrases in this episode:
I would like a latte.
Can you make a latte with ice?
How many espresso shots does that have?
Do you have decaf coffee?
Is it possible you can make it half caffeine and half decaf?
Can I pay with cash?
Oops! I thought I had more cash. Do you accept credit cards?
Is there a place where I can charge my phone?
What's the Wifi password here?
I'd like to order a turkey panini and some chips.
The coffee is great, thanks so much for doing that for me.
I’m waiting for someone, a tall handsome guy with black hair.
If he comes in, could you tell him where I’m sitting?
We’re having a work meeting today.
This place is perfect for co-working.
Thanks so much, we’ll probably see you again tomorrow!
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4min
December 22, 2023Learn Danish: Clothes Shopping 2
This episode exposes you to phrases, repeated in English and Danish, to improve your Danish vocabulary and help you to express yourself in Danish.
These episodes are meant to accompany and accelerate your existing Danish language studies, whether you're using an app like DuoLingo, or you're enrolled in a more formal Danish class. The more you expose your brain to Danish audio, the faster you'll learn.
View the full list of English and Danish phrases in this episode.
Contact us with feedback and ideas: [email protected]
Phrases in this episode:
I’m looking for a dress to wear to a party.
I need something a little bit fancy.
I'm going to a dinner party with my sister's workmates.
It’s an important event and everyone will be dressed up.
There’s a cute guy that works with her and he’s going to be there.
What type of material is this?
I like the way it fits, but I don’t think the color is right for me.
Do you have this black one in a smaller size?
I just wish it had a zipper instead of buttons.
Do you know of a good tailor?
Okay, I think I’ll buy this one.
Now I need to find shoes and a purse to match.
I think those black heels go best with the dress.
This little purse is perfect.
It’s small, so I can wear it all evening without my shoulder hurting.
I should buy some accessories while I’m here.
I like these pretty pearl earrings. Is there a necklace to match?
Here is a beautiful bracelet that will go well with the outfit.
Okay, ready to check out. I’m scared to hear the grand total!
I’m happy I found everything I need in one store.
Now I just have to figure out what to do with my hair!
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5min
December 07, 2023Learn Danish: Restaurants 3
This episode exposes you to phrases, repeated in English and Danish, to improve your Danish vocabulary and help you to express yourself in Danish.
These episodes are meant to accompany and accelerate your existing Danish language studies, whether you're using an app like DuoLingo, or you're enrolled in a more formal Danish class. The more you expose your brain to Danish audio, the faster you'll learn.
View the full list of English and Danish phrases in this episode.
Contact us with feedback and ideas: [email protected]
Phrases in this episode:
Table for two for dinner.
How long is the wait?
We’ll add our name to the waitlist.
Can we sit by the window?
Actually, could we sit in the booth instead?
We would both like water with no ice.
Do you have a beer and wine list?
What beers do you have on tap?
I’d like a glass of red wine.
What is the soup of the day?
I’ll try the seasonal special.
Does that come with anything?
Are the burgers served with fries?
Can I have sweet potato fries with that instead?
On second thought, I'll just have what he’s having.
Can you recommend a white wine to go with that?
Can you bring a to-go box?
We are ready for the bill.
Do we pay here or at the front?
I’d like a copy of the receipt.
Everything was perfect, such a lovely place you have!
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4min
December 04, 2023Learn Danish: Car Show
This episode exposes you to phrases, repeated in English and Danish, to improve your Danish vocabulary and help you to express yourself in Danish.
These episodes are meant to accompany and accelerate your existing Danish language studies, whether you're using an app like DuoLingo, or you're enrolled in a more formal Danish class. The more you expose your brain to Danish audio, the faster you'll learn.
View the full list of English and Danish phrases in this episode.
Contact us with feedback and ideas: [email protected]
Phrases in this episode:
What a beautiful car!
This body style is so unique.
Is that the original paint?
Is this your restoration project?
How'd you find one in such good shape?
The chrome on this is impeccable.
I love the leather interior.
Listen to that engine purr.
That engine is music to my ears.
You kept the original steering wheel?
This grille is a work of art.
This is a real tribute to its era.
Those bucket seats are sweet.
Look at the curve of that fender!
You've kept it in mint condition.
The curves on this are sublime.
Those are unique side mirrors.
It looks fast even when it's parked.
...more
3min
November 30, 2023Learn Danish: Are you fluent in Danish?
This episode exposes you to phrases, repeated in English and Danish, to improve your Danish vocabulary and help you to express yourself in Danish.
These episodes are meant to accompany and accelerate your existing Danish language studies, whether you're using an app like DuoLingo, or you're enrolled in a more formal Danish class. The more you expose your brain to Danish audio, the faster you'll learn.
View the full list of English and Danish phrases in this episode.
Contact us with feedback and ideas: [email protected]
Phrases in this episode:
You speak Danish very well.
I finally feel comfortable speaking Danish.
I'm not sure what being fluent in Danish even means.
I feel comfortable speaking and expressing myself in Danish.
But there are always things that I don't understand.
I think there's always more to learn.
I think there will always be some Danish speakers that I don't fully understand.
That might be true in English, too!
Sometimes I feel like I'm a different person in Danish than I am in English.
I love who I am in both languages!
...more
3min
November 27, 2023Learn Danish: Talking About the Past 1
This episode exposes you to phrases, repeated in English and Danish, to improve your Danish vocabulary and help you to express yourself in Danish.
These episodes are meant to accompany and accelerate your existing Danish language studies, whether you're using an app like DuoLingo, or you're enrolled in a more formal Danish class. The more you expose your brain to Danish audio, the faster you'll learn.
View the full list of English and Danish phrases in this episode.
Contact us with feedback and ideas: [email protected]
Phrases in this episode:
When I was a kid, I was very adventurous.
My friends and I used to skip school and go to the video arcade.
The sense of freedom I had when I got my drivers license was unmatched.
Riding the bus to school was the worst.
When I was in school, the teachers would hit us with rulers.
My parents were emphatic in their religious beliefs.
My family used to have an annual reunion.
We used to go fishing at the river most Sundays.
For my birthday, all my extended family members would come over.
I’m still recovering from my childhood.
When I was in college I loved going to rock concerts.
My taste in music has changed so much over the years.
I have traveled to 15 different countries.
I still remember the first time I saw the ocean.
There are some freedoms I miss about childhood.
Mostly I just love being an adult!
...more
4min
November 23, 2023Learn Danish: Ideas 3
This episode exposes you to phrases, repeated in English and Danish, to improve your Danish vocabulary and help you to express yourself in Danish.
These episodes are meant to accompany and accelerate your existing Danish language studies, whether you're using an app like DuoLingo, or you're enrolled in a more formal Danish class. The more you expose your brain to Danish audio, the faster you'll learn.
View the full list of English and Danish phrases in this episode.
Contact us with feedback and ideas: [email protected]
Phrases in this episode:
The world is changing faster than ever.
Now is a good time to rethink assumptions about the inability to change the world.
Before criticizing the world, I make my own bed.
The world needs enthusiasm.
Anybody that loves anything is cool.
Optimists tend to be successful and pessimists tend to be right.
As people experience fewer problems, we don't become more satisfied, we begin searching for new problems.
I have many flaws, like anybody, except perhaps a few more.
I love doing difficult things with other people who want to do difficult things.
In life we must choose our regrets.
You can have anything but you can't have everything.
People who focus on what they want rarely get what they want.
People who focus on what they have to offer get what they want.
If you make beautiful choices, you are beautiful.
You don't truly know what you think until you write it down.
Only that which is measured can be optimized.
When a measure becomes an outcome it ceases to be a good measure.
If you don't know where you're going, it doesn't matter which path you take.
Consistency doesn't guarantee you will be successful. But inconsistency will guarantee that you won't be successful.
Sometimes the demand for answers outstrips the supply.
Sometimes things happen without anyone involved wanting it to.
A friend invites you to a wedding, despite not wanting you there, because he thinks you want to attend.
You attend the wedding, despite not wanting to, because you think he wants you there.
One sentence that everyone should believe about themselves. I'm enough.
I love aging and dying.
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7min
November 20, 2023Learn Danish: Getting Around
This episode exposes you to phrases, repeated in English and Danish, to improve your Danish vocabulary and help you to express yourself in Danish.
These episodes are meant to accompany and accelerate your existing Danish language studies, whether you're using an app like DuoLingo, or you're enrolled in a more formal Danish class. The more you expose your brain to Danish audio, the faster you'll learn.
View the full list of English and Danish phrases in this episode.
Contact us with feedback and ideas: [email protected]
Phrases in this episode:
I’ve just arrived. Where can I go to exchange currency?
What are the transportation options around here?
Can you call a taxi for me?
Do you know how much the bus fare costs?
Do they require exact change?
Is there an all-day bus pass?
Can you let me know when my stop is coming up?
Is there a pharmacy nearby?
How do I get to the museum from here?
Can I get there by train?
I’m lost! Can you help me?
I’m trying to get to the castle.
Is there a pub or restaurant nearby that you’d recommend?
We want to go somewhere that serves beer or wine.
How late do the bars stay open here?
Do I have to pay to park here?
How do I get to the airport from here? I’m ready to be home!
...more
3min
November 16, 2023Learn Danish: Life Journey
This episode exposes you to phrases, repeated in English and Danish, to improve your Danish vocabulary and help you to express yourself in Danish.
These episodes are meant to accompany and accelerate your existing Danish language studies, whether you're using an app like DuoLingo, or you're enrolled in a more formal Danish class. The more you expose your brain to Danish audio, the faster you'll learn.
View the full list of English and Danish phrases in this episode.
Contact us with feedback and ideas: [email protected]
Phrases in this episode:
You are a human being.
You have one human lifetime.
What do you want to achieve?
One lifetime is enough to make positive changes to the world.
Most humans contribute much more than they take.
Realize that as a human you have the capacity for evil in you.
Please choose to do good.
Smile at people. Smiles are free.
Serve as a good example to younger people.
Help younger people, if they need it.
Help older people, if they need it.
Someone your age is the competition. Destroy them.
Be silly. The world needs more silly.
Learn to use your words carefully.
Learn to use your body carefully.
Learn to use your mind.
Learn to make plans.
Be the master of your own time.
We all look forward to seeing what you achieve!
...more
4min
November 13, 2023Learn Danish: Grocery Store
This episode exposes you to phrases, repeated in English and Danish, to improve your Danish vocabulary and help you to express yourself in Danish.
These episodes are meant to accompany and accelerate your existing Danish language studies, whether you're using an app like DuoLingo, or you're enrolled in a more formal Danish class. The more you expose your brain to Danish audio, the faster you'll learn.
View the full list of English and Danish phrases in this episode.
Contact us with feedback and ideas: [email protected]
Phrases in this episode:
Is there a grocery store nearby?
Where is the produce section?
Which vegetables are in season right now?
Are these fruits grown locally?
Is there a scale here for weighing this?
Is this priced by weight, or for each one?
Do you sell dry herbs in bulk?
Which aisle has pasta?
Can you tell me where the dairy is?
I’m looking for whole milk.
Are there organic eggs?
May I try a sample of this cheese?
Do you have whole bean coffee, or just ground coffee?
Do you sell decaf coffee?
I’d like one kilogram of ground beef.
I'd like three of those chicken breasts.
Can I pay with cash in this line?
...more
3min

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How many episodes does Danish Learning Accelerator have?

The podcast currently has 70 episodes available.

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