German Word Lists

Topic-based German vocabulary collections. First see the meaning in English, then recall the German word.

10 minutes a day builds a visible vocabulary habit.

Based on regular practice and 8-10 new words a day.

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Categories

Grammar and Spoken English
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Personality Traits
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Shopping and Services
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Health and Body
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Adjectives
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Adverbs of Frequency
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Mathematics
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Why it works

Spaced review

Hard words return more often, familiar words less often.

10 minutes a day

Start with 5-10 cards without overload.

10,000+ words

Topics, levels, frequency lists, audio, and examples.

Recommended starts

Start with a short set - 7 words for today.

German vocabulary with English hints

Topic-based German word lists. Cards show the meaning in English first, then help you recall the German word.

  • Learn German words by practical topic
  • Use English hints to understand meaning faster
  • Combine audio, images, and cards for revision

How many words can you reinforce in a year?

Even 5-10 minutes a day can compound into a visible result.

New words a dayPer monthPer year
3 words≈ 90≈ 1,100
5 words≈ 150≈ 1,800
8 words≈ 240≈ 2,900
10 words≈ 300≈ 3,650

Numbers assume regular practice. To make words active, review them in cards and use them in examples.

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Why learning words with us works

Spaced repetition without overload

Words return at the right time: not too early and not too late. This helps you spend less time and remember longer.

Real topic-based vocabulary

Categories are built around real situations: work, travel, daily life, communication. You can use words in speech right away.

Pronunciation and cards in one flow

First you see translation and transcription, then reinforce with cards. One flow instead of scattered apps.

How to learn in 10-15 minutes a day

  1. Pick a topic and go through words as a list.
  2. Mark difficult words and move them to cards.
  3. Review in learning mode with short 10-15 minute sessions.

Classic approach vs Vastny Languages

Learn random words without context
Learn topic-based sets for real situations
Review randomly whenever you remember
Review on a spaced repetition schedule
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Lists, cards, and practice in one place

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All lists

Open the full catalog when you need it. The main topics are grouped above; rarer and technical lists are easy to find here.

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Showing 36 major lists. Other pages are available through search, the categories above, and the sitemap.

German Vocabulary Lists by Topic

Topic-based lists help you learn vocabulary in small portions, review it at intervals, and steadily grow the words you can actively use.

If you need vocabulary for a specific situation, open a topic and learn German words by context: professions, travel, work, home, food, and other categories.

Each list includes cards with images and audio so you can reinforce meaning, spelling, and pronunciation together.

Start with a topic that interests you, then continue to related lists. For practice and review, use learning mode.

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