Learning German with Apps – Helpful Tools to Support Your Learning

Learning German doesn’t just happen in the classroom anymore. Our German learner portraits show time and again that successful language learning is rarely about finding one perfect app. Instead, it’s about combining different tools and learning opportunities throughout everyday life.

Apps are not a replacement for structured lessons or real conversations – they are helpful companions that support your learning between classes.

Here’s an overview of the tools our learners actually use – and how they fit into a successful learning routine. Which apps are worth trying? And what are they really good for? Our learners share valuable insights into the tools that support them on their German-learning journey.

Learning German with a smartphone and notebook

🧠 Learn Vocabulary in Context

Some of our learners use tools such as Reverso Context, Linguee or Wiktionary.

Their biggest advantage? These tools don’t just translate words – they show them in real-life example sentences.

This makes it much easier to understand how a word is actually used and in which context it sounds natural.

💡 Why it helps: Instead of memorising isolated vocabulary, you develop a better feeling for how German is used in everyday life.

📇 Review and Organise Your Learning with Flashcards

Many of our learners use Quizlet to practise vocabulary.

Typical uses include:

  • collecting new words
  • reviewing vocabulary regularly
  • testing yourself

💡 Why it helps: Flashcards add structure to your learning and help you stay consistent between lessons or during busy weeks.

The most important thing: They are a supplement—not your main way of learning.

Our top recommendation is the DIALOG Quizlet sets, specially created for our Intensive Courses and Evening Courses.

Another popular option is Anki, which uses the scientifically proven spaced repetition method.

Its advantage: It reminds you to review vocabulary just before you’re likely to forget it.

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🤖 Practise Writing with AI Tools

Some learners also use AI tools such as ChatGPT to:

  • check their own sentences
  • rewrite texts with suggestions for vocabulary and style
  • understand grammar through personalised explanations and follow-up questions
  • create their own vocabulary and useful phrase lists

💡 Why it helps: You receive immediate feedback and can experiment with German in a relaxed, low-pressure way.

Still, nothing replaces real communication. Conversation Courses help you turn passive knowledge into active speaking skills.

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🎮 Gamified Vocabulary Apps

In addition to the tools recommended by our learners, many German learners also enjoy apps such as Duolingo, Memrise and Drops for quick daily practice.

Advantages include:

  • perfect for learning on the go
  • fun mini-games
  • visually engaging exercises

These apps help you build and maintain your vocabulary, which you can immediately put into practice in our German courses. They don’t replace structured lessons, but they can be a valuable addition.

German learners practising together in class

🌿 What We Can Learn from Our Students

Looking across all of our learner portraits, one thing becomes very clear:

👉 The most important place to learn German is everyday life.

Whether you’re in a DIALOG course, at work, in a café or simply enjoying life in Vienna, that’s where German really comes to life.

Apps can support this process, but they cannot replace it. Our learners show us one important lesson:

Apps are tools – not complete learning solutions.

  • some help you learn vocabulary
  • some improve your writing
  • some make revision easier

Real progress happens when you actively use the language—in professional German courses with experienced teachers and plenty of opportunities to communicate.

Looking for more learning tips? Discover how to learn German with podcasts, board games or Austrian music on our blog.

July 2026