Swiss German Online

40 Episodes
Subscribe

By: swissgermanonline

Swiss German lessons with Kathrin. In this Podcast, you will learn some useful Swiss-German phrases and vocabulary

Why I’m Obsessed with Asparagus – A Swiss Garden Story
#312
Today at 9:51 AM

My courses https://linktr.ee/swissgermanonline


Swiss German in the Garden: From Tomatoes to Trees
#311
Last Thursday at 8:58 PM

My courses https://linktr.ee/swissgermanonline

 

Swiss German in the Garden

In this week’s Swiss German lesson, we’re heading out into the garden.  Whether you have a backyard, a balcony, or a community garden, this lesson is full of fun and useful vocabulary about planting, growing, and harvesting.

We’ll talk about:

Common vegetables like cucumbers, tomatoes, and asparagus

How to describe your garden (big, small, full of plants)

The word “e Huufe” and how to use it to talk about “a lot” of work, fruit...


Zürich’s Brand-New Cycle Tunnel
#310
05/31/2025

Monday VIP live lesson https://app.swiss-german-online.com/home

 

On this week’s Swiss German Online LIVE lesson-podcast, host Kathrin Erni takes you on a ride—literally and linguistically—through Zürich’s just-opened Velotunnel. Dug decades ago for a scrapped expressway and finally repurposed in May 2025, this 6-metre-wide, bike-only passage now links Kreis 4 and Kreis 5 beneath the main station.

🔸 What’s Inside

The tunnel’s back-story: from abandoned motorway tube to city-funded cycling corridor after years of grassroots lobbying by Pro Velo Zürich.

A first-person tour of the tunnel’s gentl...


What is "u guet" in Swiss German
#309
05/15/2025

💬 What Does "u guet" Mean in Swiss German?

7 day free trial https://app.swiss-german-online.com/subscriptions 

In Swiss German, the little word "u" (pronounced like "oo") is used as a booster — it strengthens the meaning of an adjective. Think of it like saying "sooo good" or "super tasty" in English. Instead of just "guet" (good), you say "u guet", which means really good or very good — with emotion and emphasis!

 

🥣 Example:

👨‍🍳 "Wie isch d'Suppe?"
👩‍🦱 "U guet!"
→ "How’s the soup?"
→ "Sooo good!"

 

Katrin Erni, a passionate Swiss German teacher, shares this t...


Von Luzern nach Fribourg – Schweizerdeutsch im Alltag
#308
05/01/2025

7 day free tial https://www.swiss-german-online.com/app.html

Lets keep in touch https://www.linkedin.com/in/kathrin-erni

TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@swissgermanonline

Instagram https://www.instagram.com/swiss_german_online

Facebook https://www.facebook.com/swiss.german.online

Facebook Group https://www.facebook.com/groups/learnswissgerman 

Sample Swiss German VIP lesson https://app.swiss-german-online.com/videos/OToFL07cPvKGM85y8PDh 


How we made our Swiss German app
#307
04/29/2025

 7 day free trial https://www.swiss-german-online.com/app.html


What apps do you use in Switzerland?
#305
04/25/2025

7 day free trial https://www.swiss-german-online.com/app.html

 

Welcome to the Swiss German Online Livestream!

This week, we will talk about all the different apps we use every day — from buying things, learning new skills, finding hiking trails, checking the stars, or counting our steps.
Apps are everywhere – but what about an app that actually helps you learn Swiss German?

👉 Join our VIP Swiss German class – every Monday at 8:00 PM live!
You’ll practice real-life Swiss German, talk about useful topics (like apps!), and have fun with other learners.


Swiss German Live: Help Us Choose the Next Story Topic!
#304
04/08/2025

7 day trial https://www.swiss-german-online.com/app.html


How we made our Swiss German app
#306
04/03/2025

7 daz free trial 7 day free trial https://www.swiss-german-online.com/app.html

 


🧽🎙️ “Swiss Clean Talk: From Mopping Floors to Mastering Dialects” 🇨🇭🗣️
#303
03/21/2025

At  www.app.swiss-german-online.com/home , we’re cooking up something fresh for our next live lesson – coming at you Monday evening (Swiss German) and Tuesday evening (High German)! 💥

That’s right – we’re brainstorming our next story, and this time, it’s all about... CLEANING 🧽✨. Inspired by one of our awesome course participants who works with Spitex and needs to chat about cleaning at work – we're turning everyday talk into real Swiss German practice!

But now we need YOU:
👉 Should it be a spring cleaning story – decluttering, organizing, deep scrubbing?
👉 Or a moving-out cleaning drama – the...


How I prepare my Swiss German VIP course
#302
03/09/2025

VIP members https://app.swiss-german-online.com/videos/ZGIMcUmMVhKIiyTtas1w

Standard German https://app.german.dog/videos/JLn1nCGXyXRgqDV63KZn 


Let's Learn Swiss German – My TV Adventures & Why I Hardly Watch Anymore!
#301
03/04/2025

VIP members https://app.swiss-german-online.com/videos/8tSQVFzdAMgp5Dks6b6F

Standard German https://app.german.dog/videos/bX9azRbGwnHdGOX4Engj 

 

When I was a kid, we didn’t have a TV at home. That meant I spent my time doing other things – crafting, playing outside, hanging out with friends, playing guitar, even reading and drawing. That was just normal. And the internet? That wasn’t even around yet!

 

But then, when I was in 4th grade, at around 11 years old, something big happened – we got a TV! And wow, that c...


Brainstorming for next VIP Monday lesson
#300
02/27/2025

Swiss German app https://www.swiss-german-online.com/app.html 

Standard German Tuesday 8 pm course https://www.german-teacher-online.com


Immer i Bewegig
#299
02/19/2025

Get your free PDF of this episode's script!

Just drop me an email!  https://www.swiss-german-online.com/contact-us.html

 

 „Always on the Move – The Women in My Family“

 In today’s podcast, we’re diving into the stories of three incredible women in my family – all of them always on the move, always active, never sitting still!

1️⃣ My Grandmother – The Baker in Zurich

Let’s start with my grandmother, who grew up in the countryside but moved to Zurich to work in a bakery. Life wasn’t easy – it was tough, demanding, and non-stop!
...


Chum, mir hocked ab!
#298
02/15/2025

VIP members https://app.swiss-german-online.com/videos/VU0PQX4HSkG5L1LT2nIi

Standard German https://app.german.dog/videos/iDHBuyqc4MiN8JPOGZb6 


Ordinary day in Swiss German
#297
01/27/2025

VIP members https://app.swiss-german-online.com/videos/RXSwNH8tAqYKWAb8pnzs

Standard German Tuesday 8 pm https://www.german-teacher-online.com 

Monday is VIP Lesson Time! 🥳☕️

In our Swiss German VIP course this Monday, we’ll talk about something we all love: an ordinary Saturday! 🌞

Saturday means: time for yourself and family, a bit of cleaning, some shopping, and getting ready to enjoy a peaceful Sunday. 💡 But what does a “normal” Saturday look like for you? We’ll show you how to talk about your daily routine in Swiss German with simple sentence structures and new vocabulary.

💬 S...


Explore Zurich: 3 Unforgettable Places to Check Out
#296
01/24/2025

VIP 🇨🇭 Monday 8 pm course https://www.swiss-german-online.com/app.html

Standard 🇩🇪 German https://www.german-teacher-online.com

 

🎉 Let’s talk about Zürich!

Hey, are you as excited as I am? Today, we’re diving into one of my favorite cities—Zürich! Whether you live in Switzerland or not, this place is bound to catch your attention. Why? Because Zürich is an amazing blend of cultures, vibes, and unforgettable memories.

🌍 International Vibes
ZĂźrich is super international. So many people from different cultures come together here, creating a dynamic and welcoming atmos...


Swiss German VIP course || With the Tram Through Zurich
#295
01/19/2025

VIP members https://app.swiss-german-online.com/videos/cARB92cO2qa0rUe6PrFQ

Standard German lessons https://www.german-teacher-online.com 


Skiing with My Son: Adventures and Swiss German Lessons
#294
01/14/2025

VIP members https://app.swiss-german-online.com/videos/7whOzYP3TtxHGEsRLuBK

7 day free trial https://www.swiss-german-online.com/app.html

Standard German version https://app.german.dog/videos/k6f5ljnmJThtQBX5VT9H

Schweizerdeutsch Online https://www.schweizerdeutsch-online.com

Every Monday, we’re back with the VIP Live Lesson to revive your Swiss German game . After the lesson, you can join small group sessions to practice what you’ve learned—perfect for getting comfortable with real-life conversations!

For advanced learners, the Advanced Group Practice happens on Tuesday at 7:00 p.m., where we div...


Du bisch e-n-arme Cheib!
#293
01/09/2025

Schweizerdeutsch lernen online  https://www.schweizerdeutsch-online.com

7 day free trial https://www.swiss-german-online.com/app.html 

 

🎙️ VIP Monday Class Announcement! 🎉


Join us this Monday for an exciting and interactive lesson in Swiss German! This week, we’re diving into the phrase: “Du bisch e-n-arme Cheib!”

 

🤔 What does it mean, and how can you use it in everyday conversations? We’ll explore its meaning, context, and how to make it your own!

✨ What’s in store?

🗣️ Fun and practical dialogues featuring this phrase. 🎭 Role-playing exercises to help you master it. 💬...


Mundart Podcast
#292
01/06/2025

VIP members https://app.swiss-german-online.com/videos/eXsX1LjnYeBzTLPaMEnQ

Standard German version https://app.german.dog/videos/sGrWuQLdgafOWmeUufrU 

Learn Swiss German on your iPhone https://apps.apple.com/us/app/swiss-german/id1544245498?itsct=apps_box&%3Bitscg=30200 

Learn Swiss German on Android https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.filiperni.swiss_german_react_native&pcampaignid=pcampaignidMKT-Other-global-all-co-prtnr-py-PartBadge-Mar2515-1 

Swiss German Online https://www.swiss-german-online.com 

 

 


Was sĂśll i mache? || Mundart
#291
01/02/2025

VIP members https://app.swiss-german-online.com/videos/XyubmaAE3aYC1e8H4qxQ

 

🎙️ Choosing the Right Path – Swiss German  Lessons

 

Join us this Monday at 8:00 p.m. for a live Swiss German lesson! Dive into the world of language learning and explore engaging dialogues that connect culture and conversation. This week, we’re talking about New Year’s resolutions – not just setting them, but how frequency and consistency make all the difference in learning Swiss German.

 

It’s not about big resolutions; it’s about small, consistent steps. Practicing every day...


Swiss German story for a New Year
#290
12/26/2024

VIP membeers https://app.swiss-german-online.com/videos/4A2IVoC6sZnrNqxjAciT

Standard German https://app.german.dog/videos/L3eKIFUXiaeHguktfx0k 

 

In this episode, we explore the best ways to celebrate New Year's Eve, with key Swiss German expressions like “E guete Rutsch!” and “Prosit Nöijohr!”. We’ll discuss where people love to celebrate in Switzerland, how to toast 🥂, and what some common New Year’s resolutions are.

You’ll not only pick up some useful words and phrases in Swiss German, but also learn why New Year’s Eve holds a special place in Swi...


What are you cooking at Christmas? || Brainstorming session for VIP Monday 8 pm live lesson
#289
12/19/2024

Swiss German VIP course https://app.swiss-german-online.com/subscriptions

Standard German  https://www.german-teacher-online.com/pricing.html 

 

 


Swiss German & Music: How We Listen, Learn, and Live
#288
12/17/2024

VIP members https://app.swiss-german-online.com/videos/su9UBSUzrk5uiOiU502f

A2 Standard German Tuesday 8 pm  class https://app.german.dog/subscriptions

Swiss German app https://www.swiss-german-online.com/app.html

 

Do you also feel like someone always listens to something in your house? For us, it's constant – music, audiobooks, or podcasts. It’s part of our everyday life! For me, listening to audiobooks is my escape. I love diving into new worlds and unwinding through stories.

From geopolitics to nutrition, psychology, and even spirituality, I enjoy staying updated on eve...


ChnĂśiprotese, Theater und Kultur
#287
12/12/2024

Hoi zäme und willkomme zum Podcast vo Swiss German Online vom 10. Dezämber 2024!
​Ich bi d Kathrin Erni und hüt rede-mer über es ganz schpeziells Thema: Chnöiprothese. Genau, es goht um de Ersatz vo einzelne Körperteil – und d Frog, was das mit üs und üsem Läbe macht. Denn, wänn s um Prothese oder Organtransplantation goht, het das nid nume mit Medizin z tue, sondern au mit ethische Froge. Mir bringed das natürlich alles uf e lockeri Art und mit emene Augezwinkere i dem mir über d Frogeschtellige reded, wo scho de Stanislaw Lem i einere vo...


Swiss German for Parties: Gifts, Birthday Celebrations, and More!
#286
12/01/2024

VIP members https://app.swiss-german-online.com/videos/hSISC0vuXqkQENfyIt20

Standard German https://app.german.dog/videos/EGByTi5xIuplnnzxTCSi

 

🎙️ Podcast Episode: "Birthdays, Presents, and Perfect Conversations in Swiss German!" 🎁

In this exciting podcast episode, we’re diving into the world of birthdays and presents – all in Swiss German! Whether you’re learning how to talk about organizing a party, choosing the perfect gift, or simply practicing your Swiss German conversation skills, this episode has something for everyone.

Here’s what we’ll cover:
1️⃣ A Live Lesson: Join me on Monday at 8:00 p.m. for...


Lappi - Swiss German online conversation class
#285
11/26/2024

In this Podcast I share an episode of my life, where we can use the word Lappi.


What is "Lappi" in Swiss German
#284
11/23/2024

VIP members https://app.swiss-german-online.com/videos/X4zPazzolqQ65j72pl7X

7 day free trial https://www.swiss-german-online.com/app.html

Standard German https://www.german-teacher-online.com/pricing.html 


"E Schnapsidee” Swiss German conversation group
#283
11/19/2024

Swiss German online https://www.swiss-german-online.com/app.html

Standard German https://www.german-teacher-online.com/pricing.html 


"E Schnapsidee” Swiss German conversation group
#282
11/15/2024

Swiss German online https://www.swiss-german-online.com/app.html

Standard German https://www.german-teacher-online.com/pricing.html 


What is "E Hufe Zibele" in Swiss German
#281
11/11/2024

Mundart app https://www.swiss-german-online.com/app.html Standard German https://www.german-teacher-online.com/pricing.html


Swiss German Advanced Tuesday 7 pm class
#280
11/05/2024

VIP members https://app.swiss-german-online.com/videos/EmiF03VL19c9pdmzxIq2

Standard German A2 Tuesday 8 pm class https://app.german.dog


What’s vext in Swiss German? Shape Your VIP Course and share your ideas.
#279
10/31/2024

Just brainstorming some ideas for the next VIP Swiss German and standard German live lesson https://app.swiss-german-online.com/subscriptions

Standard German A2 speaking group https://app.german.dog


Swiss German on the Way to Work || How do you get to work?
#278
10/29/2024

VIP members https://app.swiss-german-online.com/videos/lxfePfrPt1rabWExylkt

Swiss German app https://www.swiss-german-online.com/app.html

This is an introduction to my Swiss German courses, where you can dive into everything from basic phrases to full conversations on real-life topics. Whether you’re just getting started or ready for advanced conversation, there’s a course for you!

✨ Basic Course: Start here if you’re new to Swiss German, with easy, practical phrases to get you speaking.

✨ VIP Course: Join us every Monday at 8:00 p.m. for a live lesson where we e...


VIP Swiss German: Talking Traffic & Democracy
#277
10/27/2024

🎙️ VIP Swiss German Podcast: Motorways & the Next Swiss Referendum! 🗳️

VIP members https://app.swiss-german-online.com/videos/lxfePfrPt1rabWExylkt

In our next VIP Monday lesson, we're diving into a topic that’s close to Swiss daily life: the motorways and the upcoming referendum! 🛣️🇨🇭 This November, Swiss citizens will vote on a proposal to expand certain highways to help reduce traffic jams. This is a fantastic chance for learners to get to know how Swiss people talk about their environment, transportation, and—of course—the famous Swiss referendums.

In Switzerland, referendums are a huge part of the culture. They give p...


Our First Swiss Family Trip to Berlin: What We Loved!
#276
10/22/2024

Join our Basic, VIP or Advanced Swiss German course https://www.swiss-german-online.com/app.html

 


What is "So e Seich" in Swiss German
#275
10/15/2024

VIP members https://app.swiss-german-online.com/videos/eF4dTTAdYxOglgToYpJ7

Join our Tuesday 8 pm speaking group https://www.swiss-german-online.com

Learn Swiss German on your phone https://www.swiss-german-online.com/app.html


What is "Jänu" in Swiss German
#274
10/07/2024

VIP members https://app.swiss-german-online.com/videos/ghJGTXv1s8GcMLUucIxi

7 day free trial https://app.swiss-german-online.com/subscriptions

Standard German Tuesday 8 pm class https://app.german.dog/subscriptions


Hey, hĂźt isch de Murtelauf!
#273
10/05/2024

VIP members https://app.swiss-german-online.com/videos/ghJGTXv1s8GcMLUucIxi

7 day free trial https://app.swiss-german-online.com/subscriptions

Standard German version https://app.german.dog/videos/QP235pPlWFzZ7OUtT9Dq