02 The German Alphabet

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02 The German Alphabet

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May 24, 2011

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What is someone asks you to spell your surname, in the bank or post office, or when making a reservation? We cannot get far in German without knowing the alphabet. Let's familiarise ourselves with the key sounds and pronunciations in this lesson.

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May 24, 2011

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