Learn German Through What You Already Know - With English and Dutch as Your Bridges Transform your German learning with WordBridge DE - the app that revolutionizes how you approach German by activating your existing English knowledge and using Dutch as a stepping stone! Based on proven Intercomprehension research, WordBridge DE uses Dutch as the perfect bridge between English and German, making your learning journey faster and more natural than ever. THE SCIENCE BEDIND OUR GERMANIC BRIDGE METHOD Our approach is rooted in Intercomprehension research, which reveals systematic connections between related languages. Instead of starting from scratch, discover how much German you can already understand! By using Dutch as an intermediate step, we help you identify "transfer bases" - vocabulary, grammar patterns, and pronunciation rules that flow naturally from English through Dutch to German. HOW THE BRIDGE METHOD WORKS FOR YOU * Cognate Recognition: Unlock German words instantly through the English→Dutch→German pathway (English "water" → Dutch "water" → German "Wasser") * Pattern Transfer: Use familiar English structures, refined through Dutch patterns, to understand German sentence building naturally * Sound Bridges: Master German pronunciation through Dutch stepping stones that share English vocabulary but follow German-like sound rules * Context Building: Leverage your cultural knowledge across all three Germanic languages to comprehend authentic German texts WHY DUTCH MAKES THE DIFFERENCE Dutch shares thousands of words with English while following grammatical patterns closer to German. This makes it the ideal bridge language: * English "house" → Dutch "huis" → German "Haus" * English "make" → Dutch "maken" → German "machen" * English "think" → Dutch "denken" → German "denken" COMPLETE LEARNING ECOSYSTEM * Interactive Bridge Texts: Engaging German content that shows live connections through Dutch to English for levels A1-A2 * Phonetics Lab: Master German pronunciation and compare with English and Dutch sound patterns * Grammar Bridge Spotlight: Build German sentences interactively while discovering how sentence structures relate across German, Dutch, and English * Bridge Vocabulary Trainer: Learn efficiently by understanding how words connect across all three Germanic languages * False Friends Mastery: Avoid common pitfalls with context-based exercises across the language family KEY FEATURES * Quadrilingual support: German-Dutch-English-Chinese translations * Complete pronunciation support: Professional native audio for all German lesson texts, with on-device speech output for Dutch, English, and Chinese * Research-based methodology: Proven Germanic intercomprehension techniques that accelerate comprehension * Self-paced learning: Perfect for independent study or classroom support * Interactive exercises: Including bridge puzzles, quizzes, and pronunciation practice WHO BENEFITS * English speakers beginning German (A1-A2 level): Experience breakthrough comprehension through familiar connections * Students in DaF (German as a Foreign Language) courses: Supplement traditional methods with systematic language family insights * Self-learners wanting an evidence-based approach: Understand the "why" behind German through linguistic connections * Anyone tired of memorizing without understanding: Discover patterns instead of drilling isolated facts * Language enthusiasts: Explore the fascinating connections within the Germanic language family STOP MEMORIZING AND START RECOGNIZING! WordBridge DE shows you that learning German isn't about starting over - it's about building bridges from what you already know. Download today and experience the power of Germanic language bridging - where every German word you learn connects to knowledge you already have!
Size | 32.8 MB |
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Initial release | |
Price | $3.99 |
Platforms | iPhone and iPad |
Languages | English |
Category | Education |
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Mac | Requires macOS 13.5 or later and a Mac with Apple M1 chip or later. |
iPad | Requires iPadOS 16.6 or later. |
iPhone | Requires iOS 16.6 or later. |
Apple Vision | Requires visionOS 1.0 or later. |
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NEW IN VERSION 2.2.0 * Word cards now include both grammar and bridge information NEW IN VERSION 2.1.1 * Added new exercise module to review the lesson text sentence by sentence * Added picture puzzle at the end of each lesson NEW IN VERSION 2.0 Version 2.0 represents a comprehensive update • Dutch Bridge Integration: Dutch is now included throughout the app as a Germanic bridge language to facilitate German comprehension • Redesigned Lesson Picker and Training Center: Beautiful new gradient color cards with stunning visual design for intuitive content selection and better learning organization • Advanced Speech Recognition: Significantly enhanced accuracy in pronunciation exercises with improved German language detection and feedback • Streamlined User Experience: Intuitive navigation and modern interface design Revolutionary Dutch Bridge Integration • Triple-Language Bridge Method: Experience the breakthrough Germanic bridge approach using Dutch as your stepping stone to German • Live Bridge Connections: See instant vocabulary relationships across English→Dutch→German in every lesson • Bridge Audio Support: Compare pronunciation across all three Germanic languages with professional native speakers Enhanced Learning Content • 21 Interactive Lessons: Expanded content library covering A1-A2 German with full bridge methodology • Authentic German Texts: Learn through real German content including fairy tales, cultural topics, and practical conversations • Systematic Bridge Vocabulary: Every German word now includes its English and Dutch connections with detailed bridge explanations Advanced Bridge Exercises • Bridge Vocabulary Trainer: Master German words by understanding their Germanic family relationships • Cross-Language Pronunciation Practice: Systematic sound comparison exercises across English, Dutch, and German • Grammar Bridge Spotlights: Understand German sentence structure through familiar English patterns via Dutch Technical Improvements • Optimized Performance: Faster loading and smoother navigation throughout the app • Improved User Interface: Stunning gradient card design in lesson and training center overview, creating a visually appealing and intuitive learning environment Expanded Language Support • Quadrilingual Experience: German-Dutch-English-Chinese translation support • Cultural Bridge Context: Understand German culture through shared Germanic heritage and Dutch connections • Bridge Word Analysis: Comprehensive classification of vocabulary relationships across English, Dutch, and German Experience the revolutionary Germanic Bridge Method - where learning German becomes a journey of discovery through the languages you already understand!
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