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Did you know that every minute of the day, one billion tons of rain falls on the earth? Hard to believe, considering the climate crisis! Of course, all that rain is not equally shared across the planet. So, would you mention this fascinating fact to your new acquaintance? Well, small talk about local weather is actually a great conversation-starter. Everyone cares about the weather and you’re sure to hear a few interesting opinions! Seasons can be quite unpredictable these days and nobody knows the peculiarities of a region better than the locals. DanishClass101 will equip you with all the weather vocabulary you need to plan your next adventure. The weather can even be an important discussion that influences your adventure plans.... Show more

Epiphany, or Three Kings Day, in Denmark is a Christian holiday celebrated by the religious and non-religious alike. In this article, you’ll learn how the Danish celebrate Epiphany and the stories behind this festive holiday. At DanishClass101.com, it’s our goal to make every aspect of your language-learning journey both fun and informative—starting with this article! Are you ready? Let’s get started and delve into the Danish version of the Epiphany holiday. 1. What is Epiphany in Denmark? Epiphany celebrates the revelation of Christ Jesus as a divine being to those around him. In Denmark, this holiday specifically focuses on the visit of the three wise men, or Magi, to witness the birth of Jesus and present him with... Show more

Did you know there are many different types of calendars? As you probably know - a calendar is a system of organizing days in weeks and months for specific purposes, according to Wikipedia. Worldwide, most countries use the Gregorian calendar. Some just work on the same framework, meaning that time is divided into units based on the earth's movement around the sun - the "solar calendar". Other calendars keep time by observing the moon's movements, a combination of the moon and the sun's movements, and seasons. Through DanishClass101, you can learn all about this and so much more! Our themed, culturally relevant lessons are skillfully designed so you can do your planning perfectly for a holiday or a date. Having a good plan for a visit... Show more

Did you know that only some reptiles and birds don't parent their offspring? Except for crocodiles, all reptiles (and one family of bird species called megapodes) hatch from eggs and grow up alone, without any family. The rest of us need family if we are to survive and thrive - humans and animals alike! At DanishClass101, we know how important family is. Therefore, we take care to teach you all the important vocabulary and phrases pertaining to family. Table of Contents Why Is It Important to Know Danish Vocabulary about Family? Learn a New Culture? Learn its Family Vocab first How DanishClass101 Can Help You Learn Danish Family Terms 1. Why Is It Important to Know Danish Vocabulary about Family? Well, if you're serious... Show more

St. Lucy’s Day is a festive, cozy holiday in Denmark, celebrated not long before Christmas each year. In this article, you’ll learn all about St. Lucy’s Day, from who Lucy was to how Danish people celebrate the holiday today. At DanishClass101.com, we aim to make every aspect of your language-learning process both fun and informative—starting with this article! Are you ready? Let’s go. 1. What is St. Lucy’s Day? The Danish celebrate St. Lucy’s Day in the same month as Christmas, but don’t be fooled! This holiday, and the woman it’s named after, really have nothing to do with Christmas. So who was Lucy? Read the following Danish text to find out, and then test your reading skills against the English text directly below... Show more

Traveling to foreign countries is nearly always an exciting, enriching, and beneficial experience. Yet, some things can be real downers, such as boredom on a lengthy flight to . Really, binge-watching onboard movies can only be interesting for so long! And jet lag - another huge downer. Did you know that jet lag is more severe when you travel from the West to the East? Well, we won't know how to beat that, but there are fortunately plenty of remedies around to investigate. To beat flight boredom, though, we may have the answer for you at DanishClass101! Why don't you take the time to study Danish travel phrases? We make this super easy and fun, with great downloadables, like our PDF Cheat Sheets. Quickly memorize these, and impress your ... Show more

Especially if you're planning a prolonged visit to , using the correct Danish numbers for counting in Danish could be very important! Number systems are the other alphabet in any language. In fact, it is a language all of its own, and it serves a multitude of excellent purposes. Table of Contents A Brief History of Counting and Number Systems Why is it Important to Learn Danish Numbers? Learning Danish Numbers Why Choose DanishClass101 to Learn all about Danish Numbers? 1. A Brief History of Counting and Number Systems 1. The Ishango Bone The origin of counting, and with it numbers, is not clear to historians. While their art showed that prehistoric man had a concept of numbers, the first indication of a formal system... Show more

You're learning to speak Danish, and it's going well. Your confidence is growing! So much so that you feel ready to share your experiences on social media—in Danish. At Learn Danish, we make this easy for you to get it right the first time. Post like a boss with these phrases and guidelines, and get to practice your Danish in the process. 1. Talking about Your Restaurant Visit in Danish Eating out is fun, and often an experience you'd like to share. Take a pic, and start a conversation on social media in Danish. Your friend will be amazed by your language skills...and perhaps your taste in restaurants! Hans eats at a restaurant with his friends, posts an image of the group eating, and leaves this comment: POST Let's break down... Show more

Learn how to apologize in Danish - fast and accurately! DanishClass101 makes it easy for you to make amends. Start with a bonus, and download your FREE cheat sheet - How to Improve Your Danish Skills! (Logged-In Member Only) Table of Contents Common Ways to Say Sorry in Danish How To Refuse Something Politely in Danish Audio Lesson - Survival Phrases "How to Say Sorry" Why You Will NOT Be Sorry For Learning Danish through DanishClass101 1. Common Ways to Say Sorry in Danish Nobody’s perfect, not anywhere in the world. Everybody makes mistakes, and does and says regrettable things. Then it’s time to apologize, as saying ‘I’m sorry’ is not in vain. It can be very healing! Did you know that hearing a sincerely-meant apology... Show more

Start off the year by learning how to introduce yourself properly in Danish! Learn easily with DanishClass101 in this four-minute video! Table of Contents 10 Lines You Need for Introducing Yourself in Danish Important Tips for Introducing Yourself Video - How to Introduce Yourself in Danish Why DanishClass101 is Perfect for Learning all about Danish Introductions 1. 10 Lines You Need for Introducing Yourself in Danish First impressions are absolutely everything! Right? No, wrong - who you are every day is much more important. But first impressions are definitely not unimportant either. Make sure to introduce yourself correctly, as it could mean the difference between getting a job offer or a polite refusal from an employer.... Show more