Why speak German?
German is Europe's most widely spoken native language and a powerhouse for work and study. Its reputation for difficulty melts away once you start talking.
- Europe's most spoken native language
- Long words are easier out loud
- Cases stick through use
Phrases to say out loud
Say each one before your call. Mira will use them with you.
- Hallo, wie geht's?Hi, how are you?
- Können Sie das bitte wiederholen?Can you repeat that, please?
- Wie sagt man … auf Deutsch?How do you say … in German?
- Ich lerne noch.I'm still learning.
- Können Sie langsamer sprechen?Can you speak more slowly?
- Ich möchte das Sprechen üben.I'd like to practice speaking.
Tips to speak German sooner
- Break long compound words into their parts, say each one, then blend them.
- Speak full sentences so the case endings become muscle memory, not rules.
- Practise the 'ch' and 'r' sounds aloud, since they rarely exist in English.
Preparing for a speaking exam? See exams
Questions, answered
Will speaking help me with German cases?
Absolutely. Using der, die, das and the cases in real spoken sentences is the fastest way to make them automatic instead of memorised.
Do I need to know any German already?
No, you can start as a complete beginner. Mira speaks slowly, keeps things simple, and can help in English when you are stuck, then raises the difficulty as you improve.
How is this different from a language app?
Apps build vocabulary but rarely make you speak in real time. Mira is a live phone conversation, so you practise understanding and speaking German together, which is what real conversations demand.
Your free practice call is one ring away.
- Pick the language you speak and the one your exam is in
- Tell us where to reach you
- Mira calls for a free 3-minute practice conversation
Confirm your details
Mira will call this number for your free 3-minute trial conversation.
When the call connects, wait for Mira to speak first. There's no need to say hello, she begins the conversation on her own.