Break language barriers with German classes in Zürich

Moving to a new country is always much easier once you learn the local language. This helps you make friends and immerses you in the culture of your new surroundings. When language barriers break down, new worlds open up to you. Take a German language course in Zürich, and your ability to communicate quickly moves from beginner to fluent. Lingoda's online German courses in Zürich are led by native-level teachers and lessons are available 24/7. Perfect for fitting in with your busy lifestyle. You'll master the intricacies of the German language as well as the differences between German spoken in Germany and that spoken in Switzerland.

Why learn German online with Lingoda?

  • On your schedule

    Following our acclaimed curriculum or pick your online classes yourself by topic. Classes are available every day around the clock.

  • Small groups or 1-on-1

    In group classes with 3-5 students you can practise speaking and will get feedback. Or get your teacher's full attention in 1-on-1 private lessons.

  • Experienced teachers

    Our native-level teachers will give you individual feedback, answer your questions and teach you real life spoken language to use right away.

Why Lingoda is the right choice for serious learners

Lingoda Classes

Offline Schools

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24/7 flexibility

Free trial available

Real-life language

Native-speaking teachers

Full-hour language immersion

Expert-designed CEFR materials

Personalized feedback

Small and 1-on-1 class experience

Lingoda Classes

24/7 flexibility

Free trial available

Real-life language

Native-speaking teachers

Full-hour language immersion

Expert-designed CEFR materials

Personalized feedback

Small and 1-on-1 class experience

Offline Schools

24/7 flexibility

Free trial available

Real-life language

Native-speaking teachers

Full-hour language immersion

Expert-designed CEFR materials

Personalized feedback

Small and 1-on-1 class experience

Apps

24/7 flexibility

Free trial available

Real-life language

Native-speaking teachers

Full-hour language immersion

Expert-designed CEFR materials

Personalized feedback

Small and 1-on-1 class experience

Broaden your horizons with German lessons in Zürich

Located in the heart of German-speaking Switzerland, Zürich is a bustling attractive city with a hip arty vibe. As your confidence grows with German classes in Zürich, you'll embrace everything the city has to offer. In Zürich, a German dialect is spoken that is slightly different from that spoken in Germany itself. Lingoda’s native-level teachers will also help you to recognize some forms of Swiss German. Our expert native-level teachers bring the language to life, developing your vocabulary and grammar knowledge while giving you the confidence to listen with understanding and speak with fluency. You'll soon be socializing happily with your new friends and colleagues in Switzerland.

Sample some German lessons

  • More about me

    I can explain how old I am, what my marital status is, where I am from and which languages I can speak.

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  • Nominative and accusative

    I can say what I have, need and want. I can recognise and use nominative and accusative cases.

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  • Write a business email

    I understand the most important information in an email and can write an email for work.

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  • I don’t feel well

    I can name the most important parts of the body and say where it hurts.

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Meet some of our German language teachers

Our professional teachers will ensure that you understand everything and give you individual feedback.

  • Anisja

    • Where I am from: Paderborn, Germany
    • Languages I teach: German
    • Languages I speak: German and English
  • Natascha

    • Where I am from: Mannheim, Germany
    • Languages I teach: German
    • Languages I speak: German, Spanish and English
  • Gesa

    • Where I am from: Kiel, Germany
    • Languages I teach: German
    • Languages I speak: German and English
  • Vanessa

    • Where I am from: Unna, Germany
    • Languages I teach: German
    • Languages I speak: German, Spanish and English
  • Silke

    • Where I am from: Austria
    • Languages I teach: German
    • Languages I speak: German, English and Russian

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Frequently asked questions

  • This is entirely up to your motivation, commitment, and available time. As with any skill, the more practice you do, the quicker you’ll progress. For faster progress, sign up for an intensive German course in Zürich such as the Lingoda Sprint. Speed up your progress as well by downloading and using our Lingoda resources and by speaking and listening to as much German as possible.

The steps to learning German in Zürich

Once you have decided to learn German in Zürich with Lingoda, the first step is to activate your subscription and decide which course you want to take. As soon as your subscription has been accepted, you can search for classes. Use the filters to help narrow down your search for German lessons in Zürich that suit your diary and lifestyle. Filters include specific teachers, dates, times, and CEFR levels. Our online German courses in Zürich are available 24/7 and you can book as many classes as you wish up to seven days in advance. You can also choose whether to study German in Zürich as part of a small group or in an individual class. Whichever you choose, your class will be taught by an experienced native-level teacher.

While there are no shortcuts to learning a new language, it helps when language courses fit into your schedule without breaking your budget. At Lingoda, our prices range depending on the route you select, but our cheap German courses in Zürich are certainly budget-friendly. Every lesson focuses on the maximum interaction between your native-level teacher and your fellow students. To speed up your learning, sign up for our intensive German course in Zürich, the Lingoda Sprint™.

Study German in Zürich at your own pace

To pick the best German courses in Zürich for you it’s important to know your current language level. If you’re not sure, take the Lingoda free language assessment. This will determine whether your CEFR level is Beginner, Intermediate, or Advanced. When your German course in Zürich starts, interact as much as possible during the lessons. The more you speak and listen, the faster your pace of learning will be. Always act on any feedback from the teacher and refresh your skills by downloading the lesson resources. If you want to study at a faster pace, sign up for the intensive Lingoda Language Sprint.

Get the most out of your German classes in Zürich

Set yourself language goals and commit to as many German courses in Zürich as you can fit into your schedule, and you’ll be well on your way to fluency. Try to study somewhere quiet so you can fully tune into your teacher and fellow students. Make good use of any Lingoda resources that support your lesson, and make some yourself such as vocabulary flashcards and grammar memory hooks. Another great tip is watching German and Swiss TV and movies and listening to German radio and podcasts. Before long, you’ll be chatting easily with your new German-speaking friends and colleagues.

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