Feierabend Meaning: How Germans End the Workday (A2–B2)
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Channel: Definitely German · 2016 · Education
I explain what “Feierabend” really means — literally and culturally — and how Germans use it to mark the end of the workday. You’ll hear natural example lines and see why this word is bigger than “after work.” 🕔 What you’ll learn today: 💬 Literal vs. real-life meaning (not just “evening”) and the mindset behind switching off 💬 How to use it: „Ich mache Feierabend.“ • „Nach Feierabend gehen wir was essen.“ 💬 Common add-ons: Feierabendbier, Feierabend machen, Feierabend haben — what sounds natural and when Level: A2–B2 If you enjoyed this, tell me what real-world German word I should cover next — I read every comment. ❓ FAQ Q: What does “Feierabend” literally mean? A: Literally “celebration evening,” but in practice it means the time after you finish work — the switch from work to personal time. Q: How do Germans use “Feierabend” in conversation? A: Typical lines are „Ich mache Feierabend.“ (I’m clocking off) or „Nach Feierabend…“ to plan what happens after work. Q: Is “Feierabend” formal or informal? A: It’s neutral and widely used in both casual and professional contexts (e.g., telling colleagues you’re done for the day). #FeierabendVocabulary #LearnGerman #GermanCulture #GermanPhrases #DefinitelyGerman ✅ Learn German with Dave — your go-to place for authentic German language, culture & media insights! Support my work: PATREON ➜ https://patreon.com/definitelygerman KO-FI / PAYPAL ➜ https://ko-fi.com/definitelygerman Become a YouTube channel member: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCnZ0C4deOyB_TUFSJK3L4lg/join Quick Links: 🌐 ALL my projects & links ➜ https://linktr.ee/DaveDurden 📜 Legal info (Impressum) ➜ https://www.dave-durden.com/impressum Follow for authentic German language & culture content: INSTAGRAM ➜ https://www.instagram.com/definitelygerman TIKTOK ➜ https://www.tiktok.com/@definitelygerman FACEBOOK ➜ https://www.facebook.com/definitelygerman DISCORD ➜ https://discord.gg/9DJatfyJgN TWITCH ➜ https://www.twitch.tv/definitely_german Shop: Merch for German learners, polyglots & fans ➜ https://definitelygerman-shop.fourthwall.com Podcast: Listen to the Definitely German Podcast ➜ https://anchor.fm/s/ffe0c644/podcast/rss or on YouTube ➜ https://www.youtube.com/@definitelygermanpodcast German Language Hacks (Shorts): https://www.youtube.com/@GermanLanguageHacks German Let’s Plays: https://www.youtube.com/@DaveDurdenTV PO Box: Jan Müller 855379311 Packstation 118 59755 Arnsberg Germany (Max. size: 60cm x 35cm x 35cm) My YouTube Setup: CAM ➜ https://amzn.to/2YeNk0h LIGHTS ➜ https://amzn.to/3vNrTPd GREEN SCREEN ➜ https://amzn.to/3twK2zh MIC ➜ https://amzn.to/3uvrJeV PREAMP ➜ https://amzn.to/3tzQHsd AUDIO INTERFACE ➜ https://amzn.to/2jGZs4U5 AUDIO: Audacity, Adobe Audition VIDEO EDITING: Adobe Premiere Pro THUMBNAILS: Adobe Photoshop SCREENS ➜ https://amzn.to/3JMm1yG CPU ➜ https://amzn.to/3mLKEOT MAINBOARD ➜ https://amzn.to/3gfS3U5 RAM ➜ https://amzn.to/3lPIah4 HDD ➜ https://amzn.to/3mS6W1C GPU ➜ https://amzn.to/3HpnRUW PSU ➜ https://amzn.to/3S9IwRM CASE ➜ https://amzn.to/3vQOp9L KEYBOARD ➜ https://amzn.to/3JKX4Uh MOUSE ➜ https://amzn.to/3f2nLEj PAD ➜ https://amzn.to/3nZqGS1 Disclaimer: I’m not sponsored by any brand or company mentioned. Affiliate links help support the channel — thank you! Intro song ‘The Engine’ by @DerRockSchopp
