German Words Explained episodes:

• April 23, 2008Buechersendung

  A method of sending books and other printed materials cheaply through the post.

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• April 16, 2008Nachnahme

  A method of sending goods in Germany with the receiver paying for them on delivery.

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• April 09, 2008Paket und Paeckchen

  Two different ways to send a parcel in Germany.

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• April 02, 2008Einschreiben

  To prove that you have sent a letter, send it per Einschreiben.

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• March 26, 2008Die Auferstehung

  The Resurrection of Jesus, celebrated at Easter.

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• March 19, 2008Ostern

  Ostern is the German word for Easter.

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• March 12, 2008Karfreitag

  The Friday before Easter.

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• March 05, 2008Palmsonntag

  The Sunday before Easter.

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• February 29, 2008Schalttag - Schaltjahr - Schaltsekunde

  The days and seconds added to the year to keep the calendar right

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• February 27, 2008Die Narren

  A name for entertainers who dress up at carnival time.

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