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    Online German tutors & teachers for private classes

    Looking for an online German tutor? Preply is the leading online language learning platform worldwide. You can choose from 3123 German teachers with an average rating of 4.95 out of 5 stars given by 51340 customers. Book a lesson with a private German teacher today and start learning. Not entirely happy with your tutor? No worries, Preply offers free tutor replacement till you're 100% satisfied. Looking for a different way to learn a language? Explore online German classes.

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    • Polina P.

      Super Tutor

      Professional

      $463

      50-min lesson

      23

      students

      843

      lessons
      • German
      • Speaks
      • German (Native),
      • English (Proficient)
      • +5
      Approachable, adaptable and encouraging

      Achieve Fluency Through Conversation: German with a Polyglot & Social Anthropologist! (A0–C2) — Grüß dich, ich bin Polina. I’ve learned 7 languages. Let me show you how you, too, can become fluent. I’m a doctoral researcher and language mentor, and I’ll help you reach your goals in a way that is effective, enjoyable, and adapted to how you learn best, so you can build confidence and start speaking with ease.

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      23 active students

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      843 lessons

    • Alexander E.

      Super Tutor

      Professional

      $329

      50-min lesson

      50

      students

      1162

      lessons
      • German
      • Speaks
      • German (Native),
      • English (Advanced)
      Adaptable, structured and goal-focused

      Speak Fluent & Pass Exams | Experience to reach your Goals | individual Plan, you are in Focus | Life - Coach — 🇩🇪 Hello and welcome!
      I am a native German teacher with more than ten years of teaching experience. I specialize in German for everyday life and professional communication, job applications, interview preparation, exam preparation, and overcoming exam stress.

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      50 active students

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      1,162 lessons

      Super popular. Booked 20+ times recently

    • Sarah T.

      Super Tutor

      $588

      50-min lesson

      16

      students

      3067

      lessons
      • German
      • Speaks
      • German (Native),
      • English (Advanced)
      • +3
      Approachable, adaptable and goal-focused

      I am a professional teacher with many years of Experience with German and Swiss German teaching and tutoring. Test preparation, Swiss exams like fide, SDS, KDE, BMS or University access tests as well as total beginners and conversation classes. — Hello, my name is Sarah, I was born and raised in Germany. Since I also lived in Switzerland for over 10 years, I speak perfect Schwiizerdütsch in addition to German, as we speak Swiss German at home in my family. I love teaching and helping students to achieve their goals, be it to prepare for an exam or to be able to connect with their neighbors.

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      16 active students

      •

      3,067 lessons

    • Sandra B.

      Super Tutor

      Professional

      $400

      50-min lesson

      22

      students

      2466

      lessons
      • German
      • Speaks
      • German (Native),
      • English (Proficient)
      • +5
      Approachable and structured

      Experienced and enthusiastic teacher for German — Hello, I’m Sandra and I’m looking forward to help you learning a new language!
      I’m passionate about teaching and have many years of experience doing so.
      Learning a new language is learning a new way of thinking- let’s start together ! Come and let me introduce you to a new word … a new adventure!

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      22 active students

      •

      2,466 lessons

    • Natalia M.

      Super Tutor

      Professional

      $463

      50-min lesson

      25

      students

      4055

      lessons
      • German
      • Speaks
      • German (Proficient),
      • English (Proficient)
      • +3
      Structured, adaptable and goal-focused

      Certified tutor +19 years' experience ✦ А1-С2 Fast & Efficient ✦ Conversation ✦ Business German ✦ Exams: Goethe, Telc, TestDaF, DSH, DSD, ÖSD, DTZ, FIDE, SDS ✦ Job Interviews & Negotiations — My name is Natalia and I am a German teacher with over 19 years' experience in teaching German language to adults and children, as well as business German and preparation for international examinations from beginners to advanced levels.
      I have spent many years living in Germany and Austria studying Business Administration and later working for international companies as business consultant.

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      25 active students

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      4,055 lessons

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    • Eda Nur S.

      Professional

      $353

      50-min lesson

      16

      students

      942

      lessons
      • German
      • Speaks
      • German (Native),
      • English (Upper-Intermediate)
      • +1
      Approachable

      Teacher and Educational Scientist with a focus on School, Teaching and Didactics — Hello, my name is Eda. I was born and raised in Switzerland, and I have Turkish roots. I completed my bachelor’s and master’s degrees with a major in Educational Science and a minor in Sociology. In addition, I worked as a class teacher for two years.

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      16 active students

      •

      942 lessons

    • Ingrid V.

      Professional

      $298

      50-min lesson

      23

      students

      1403

      lessons
      • German
      • Speaks
      • German (Advanced),
      • English (Upper-Intermediate)
      • +1
      Patient, structured and encouraging

      Improve your German with a qualified teacher! — Hi, I'm Ingrid and I'm from the Netherlands. I have five years of teaching experience and I love helping my students with their language learning. My classes are interactive and tailored to your individual needs.
      In my spare time, I enjoy traveling and playing sports. I can't wait to meet you and work together on your language skills!

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      23 active students

      •

      1,403 lessons

    • Ibrahim C.

      Professional

      $235

      50-min lesson

      29

      students

      242

      lessons
      • German
      • Speaks
      • German (Native),
      • English (Native)
      • +1
      Structured, adaptable and encouraging

      German Logic instead of Memorization – The Precision Logic Method™ — Learn German with logic instead of boring memorization!💡
      Forget dry textbooks that do not work. My unique Precision Logic Method™ (proven at the WU Vienna) gives you a smart shortcut. We fix your language bugs systematically and train your intuitive flow of speech for everyday life, studies, and career.

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      29 active students

      •

      242 lessons

      Super popular. Booked 25+ times recently

    • Pamela K.

      Super Tutor

      $384

      50-min lesson

      11

      students

      432

      lessons
      • German
      • Speaks
      • German (Native),
      • English (Proficient)
      • +1

      Passionate German Teacher, Native Swiss, with over 20 years of experience! — I'm a native Swiss and have been living in the USA with my family for over 20 years, where I've taught German at various private schools.
      I love teaching my mother tongue, and my lessons are very interactive. I strive to incorporate a mix of conversation, grammar, and the culture of the German language into each class.

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      11 active students

      •

      432 lessons

    • Ana L.

      Professional

      $470

      50-min lesson

      15

      students

      3960

      lessons
      • German
      • Speaks
      • German (Native),
      • English (Intermediate)
      • +3
      Goal-Focused

      Language Tutor with Experience and Motivation — Hi, my name is Ana. I'm 35 years old and Swiss with Argentine roots. German and Spanish are my native languages.
      My goal is to help parents improve their German language skills, especially if they're not yet fluent. I also enjoy helping children with pronunciation and their homework.

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      15 active students

      •

      3,960 lessons

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    $30 / hr

    Improve Your Language Skills with online German lessons

    Are you searching for the perfect German teacher? We know it can be difficult to find the right person to guide you through the confusing language challenges of learning to speak German. Most of us don’t have the time to follow daily lessons at a language school. Thankfully, Preply can open up new worlds of effective learning that fits around your schedule.

    Whether you’re an entrepreneur looking to improve your language abilities or a student considering opportunities to explore Europe, finding the best online language program is key to achieving your goals. For the most effective learning, you need a private German tutor who is a native speaker, so you can get an insider perspective on how the language is used naturally in conversations. With a native tutor, you’ll go beyond the vocabulary and grammar you could learn from any textbook.

    The Advantages of Online Lessons with a Private German Tutor

    Most of us can relate to the dull atmosphere of being in school, taking notes from an old textbook, and repeating grammar exercises taught by a German teacher who has to divide their time between you and 20 other students. Even the most diligent student may struggle to succeed in an environment like that. You’ll only end up wasting time and money in taking lessons that won’t help you achieve your goals.

    However, by taking lessons with an online German teacher, you’ll enjoy many advantages that you simply can’t get in a traditional classroom setting. These include:

    • Dedicated one-on-one German tutoring via video calls
    • Progress at your pace, on your schedule
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    • The relaxing, pressure-free environment of your own home
    • No other students competing for your German tutor attention
    • Freedom to make the inevitable mistakes without embarrassment
    • A variety of prices so you can find a virtual German teacher to fit your budget
    • Native German speaking tutors who have a deep understanding of the language
    • Friendly customer support ready to handle any issues you may have
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    • 100% money back guarantee if you're not happy after the first lesson
    • Online German lessons at Preply are fully tailored to your level and goals
    • Choose from 3123 German tutors with an average rating of 4.95 out of 5 stars

    Take the Leap and Schedule Online German Lessons

    Are you ready to jump into a new linguistic experience? Preply website is designed to make it quick and easy to start learning. However, if you have any questions, our customer service team is always happy to provide you with any assistance you need to find an online German tutor and start achieving your language goals!

    Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

    üíé How hard is German, and how long does it take to learn?

    According to the Foreign Service Institute, you will need to spend around 30 weeks to learn German. Starting to speak German is easier than everyone thinks. In fact, German and English have many words that sound and mean the same things. To master it quickly, communication with native speakers is vital. That why many people connect with a private German tutors who are native speakers. According to the Foreign Service Institute, you will need to spend around 30 weeks to learn German. You need 300 hours of German lessons to reach independent proficiency in speaking and reading German based on the European CEFR guidelines. Otherwise, you'll need 900 hours to reach professional working proficiency based on Foreign Service Institute guidelines for US diplomats. Natural ability and previous experience with similar languages will affect these numbers.

    üè† How do I take German lessons at home?

    With an Internet connection, you can take lessons with a German tutor from anywhere you have Wi-Fi. Online platforms like Preply have a network of professional tutors and let you choose one according to your specific criteria: budget, native speaker, available hours, amount of experience, and so on. Once you found a suitable private German teacher, send a message, explain your goals and confirm a German lesson time. Then, you're good to go! All that's left is enjoying your German lessons online from the comforts of your home. See what Preply students say on Trustpilot.

    üåç What countries speak German?

    German is an official language in six countries (Germany, Austria, Belgium, Liechtenstein, Luxembourg and Switzerland), it's a regional one in four other countries and spoken in 23 more countries. Working with a Preply German tutor will help you better adapt to the 250 different dialects. Read more about German-speaking countries on our blog.

    üßëü誂Äçü§ù‚ÄçüßëüèøHow many people speak German?

    Around the world, 132 million people speak German, with 76 million native speakers.

    üéì What are the most popular German language tests?

    The DSH - Deutsches Sprachdiplom Stufe test can let you determine your proficiency, and it's suitable for foreign students wishing to apply to a German-speaking university. It can also be useful for those who need a German certificate for a job qualification. Otherwise, the DALF exam is primarily for entry in German-speaking universities, and every university in Germany recognizes it. Moreover, passing this test is good as a qualification for academic professions and immigration and citizenship. Following German lessons online with a private tutor will help you get ready for your test.

    üñ• How do German video lessons work?

    Students and tutors take part in online German lessons through Preply's online teleconference software. Similar to video call apps with pro features, the online classroom allows file and screen sharing, text messaging, downloading class materials, reviewing learning objectives, and more.

    ü§î What kind of language is German?

    German is a West Germanic language, mastering it will make learning other West Germanic languages like Dutch easier.