German with a Linguist
German with a Linguist offers clear, structured German instruction grounded in linguistic analysis and systematic explanation.
This channel is designed for learners who want to understand how German works: its sound system, grammatical structure, and recurring patterns. Lessons draw on phonetics, phonology, and grammar to explain not just the how, but some of the why, too.
Content includes:
- German pronunciation explained through articulatory phonetics
- Accent reduction grounded in phonological rules
- Grammar topics broken down systematically
- Common confusions clarified through precise explanation
Playlists are organized by topic for sequential study.
The approach is academic in tone and best suited to learners who enjoy structured explanations and linguistic detail.
Background / Education:
BA in General Linguistics (2013)
PBACC in German (2022)
University of Wisconsin–Milwaukee
Nominative Personal Pronouns in German - Intro and Practice with Quiz!
"Ich" vs. "Isch" ("ish") Compared - German Pronunciation
German Essential Grammar Terms Explained - Noun, Verb, Clause, Preposition
Practice Conjugating Sein in German
A1 German Example Sentences with 30 Regular Verbs in the Present Tense
How to Pronounce Ö in German - O Umlaut
German Alphabet Basics - 4 Ways to Read the Letter A
Umlauts - How to Pronounce the Ä in German
A1 Basics of the German Alphabet: S, SS, ß, and Z (+ ST and SP) - Pronunciation & Phonology
How to Pronounce the Ü in German - U Umlaut
Should I Care About My Accent in German?
Distribution of the German R Allophones - Pronunciation of German R - Phonology (2025)
How to Pronounce the German R: A Linguist Explains (2025)
How to Pronounce the German Ich-Laut (Detailed Description) (2024)
How to Pronounce the German R - German Phonetics (2023)
How to Pronounce the Umlauts in German - Ä Ö Ü (2023)