German Words Explained episodes:

• December 24, 2007Heiligabend

  Christmas Eve - the day in Germany on which children receive their presents

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• December 21, 2007Christstollen

  A traditional cake eaten at Christmas

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• December 19, 2007Nussknacker

  A decorative form of nut cracker

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• December 14, 2007Gluehwein

  Spiced wine dring in advent (mulled wine)

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• December 12, 2007Raeuchermaennchen

  A wooded figure used for burning scented candles

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• December 07, 2007Lebkuchen

  A type of spiced cake eaten at Christmas

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• December 05, 2007Der Nikolaustag

  Celebtrated each year on 6th December

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• November 28, 2007Der Weihnachtsmarkt

  The Christmas Markets of Germany

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• November 21, 2007Buss- und Bettag

  A special day in the middle of November, previously a public holiday

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• November 14, 2007Martinstag

  A day of traditions on 11th November

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