German course · A1 to C2

Learn German
through a story.

Follow four friends through Berlin. Learn what each scene needs, practise it in conversation with Felix and keep it with smart review.

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Felix reads an old notebook on the S-Bahn while his friends look out at Berlin.
Chapter 1 · A1 Arrival at BER

Hallo! Ich bin Felix. Und du?Hi! I’m Felix. And you?

Hallo! Ich heiße Sam.

How it works

Three steps that make German stick.

  1. 01

    Learn it in a scene

    Every chapter is a scene from the story. Short lessons teach exactly the words and grammar it needs.

  2. 02

    Use it in conversation

    After every A1 chapter, someone from the story calls you and you talk about exactly what it taught. In the chat, Felix helps in your language when you get stuck.

  3. 03

    Keep it for good

    Review brings each word back right before you would forget it, so what you learn stays learned.

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Three words in under a minute.

Four quick picture questions. No account, no timer. The words wait for you in your first review.

Picture quiz1 / 4

Which picture shows a cup?

Tap the matching picture.

After each answer you can listen to the word.

Draw to remember

der, die or das? Draw it in colour.

Blue for der, red for die, green for das. A few wobbly lines are enough, and Felix comments on your drawing.

der · blue die · red das · green

Example drawing

A green sheep doodle das Schaf Drawing example from BesserStudy
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The story

A notebook, four friends and a city full of clues.

Felix, Luna, Benni and Mia arrive in Berlin with an old notebook that keeps revealing new words. Each chapter moves the story on and gives you something new to say.

  • Felixrelaxed and patient
  • Lunastructured and motivating
  • Bennispontaneous and playful
  • Miagentle and curious
  1. Felix reads the notebook as he and his friends travel through Berlin.
    Chapter 1 · A1

    Arrival at BER

    A train. Four friends. A mysterious notebook.

    You learn to: Say hello and introduce yourself.

  2. The friends stand in a Berlin courtyard, a woman watching from the balcony above.
    Chapter 2 · A1

    The courtyard flat-share

    Four rooms, a kitchen – and one door that stays locked.

    You learn to: Describe a flat and say your number, address and age.

  3. The friends sit at the breakfast table with Frau Reineke.
    Chapter 3 · A1

    Breakfast at Reineke’s

    Bread rolls, coffee – and room four opens.

    You learn to: Name food with der, die, das and order in a café.

Questions, answered.

Is BesserStudy free?

Yes. The free plan includes two new chapters a week, unlimited review and daily conversations with Felix. Pro removes the limits.Compare plans

Do I need an account?

No. You can start as a guest right away. Create a free account when you want to keep your progress on all your devices.

Which level is right for me?

Most people start at A1. If you already know some German, choose your level in the next step. You can change it at any time and skip what you already know.

In which language are explanations?

Explanations and translations are available in English, German, Spanish and French. You can switch in the settings.

Is Felix a real person?

No, Felix is an AI conversation partner. He adapts to your level, and Herr Besser takes over when you want precise corrections.

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