HeyJaredBeyond the Alps - Lerne Schweizerdeutsch
Welcome to Beyond the Alps — a Swiss German (Züridütsch) podcast produced by swissgermanbeginners.ch that opens the door to the heart of Switzerland.I’m Andrea, founder of Swiss German for Beginners, author, and passionate storyteller.In each episode, I share stories of…
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23 Is Swiss German Becoming ONE Dialect? (The Great Dialect Shift) (opens the original)
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Why is Swiss German changing? And could the different Swiss dialects actually be becoming more similar? In this episode, I take a closer look at the great dialect shift happening in Switzerland. We’ll explore dialect leveling, the influence of mobility and social media, and some fascinating changes in everyday Swiss German. We’ll also look at why Standard German and English are increasingly influencing the way young people speak. Transcripts : The Swiss German transcript of every episode was wri
22 “Swiss German Has No Grammar!” — Is That Actually True? (opens the original)
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Does Swiss German really have grammar? Can you actually learn it? Are there really no spelling rules? In this episode, I tackle some of the most common misconceptions about Swiss German and explain how its grammar and spelling actually work. We’ll also look at why understanding the structure behind the language can make learning and understanding Swiss German much easier. Transcripts : The Swiss German transcript of every episode was written by myself, by hand — because no software can truly cap
21 How Swiss People Really Spend Their Weekends (opens the original)
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Ever wondered what a typical weekend looks like in Switzerland? I take you through a normal Swiss Saturday and Sunday—from cleaning the house and grocery shopping to family brunches, hiking, visiting grandparents, and relaxing before the new week begins. Transcripts : The Swiss German transcript of every episode was written by myself, by hand — because no software can truly capture the beauty of the dialect. Get it here .
20 Going to a Swiss Party? Listen to This First (opens the original)
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Should you take off your shoes? Do you bring a gift? Should you shake hands, hug, or give three kisses? In this episode, I explain the unwritten rules of Swiss birthday parties and social gatherings. From greetings and gifts to dinner etiquette. Learn how to avoid awkward moments and feel much more confident at your next invitation. Transcripts : The Swiss German transcript of every episode was written by myself, by hand — because no software can truly capture the beauty of the dialect.
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