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Author: Ellie Zimt

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Which German city for which holiday vibe?

Wanting to visit Germany, but not really sure where to go? Well, if you have a general atmosphere or vibe in mind – this might help you decide! Continue reading Which German city for which holiday vibe?

Unknown's avatarEllie Zimt19. February 20251 Comment
English Travel, Frontpage, The English

How is driving in the UK?

How is it to drive on the wrong side of the road? And what are the little quirks of British streets? Continue reading How is driving in the UK?

Unknown's avatarEllie Zimt18. February 2025Leave a comment
English Oddities, Frontpage, German Oddities, The English, The German

3 Unusually difficult things for a German in the UK

Living in another country is wonderful – but it also comes with its little quirks. Here are three that bother me most. Continue reading 3 Unusually difficult things for a German in the UK

Unknown's avatarEllie Zimt17. February 202516. February 2025Leave a comment
English Language, Frontpage, German Language, The English, The German

Uncommon German Loanwords #1

The first part of very interesting and clever loanwords that English borrowed from German. Continue reading Uncommon German Loanwords #1

Unknown's avatarEllie Zimt16. February 202516. February 20252 Comments
Actually Useful, Art, Frontpage

How your environment affects creativity

Not every workspace is the same when it comes to art – and I know that you can open your mind to it better, if your environment is right. Continue reading How your environment affects creativity

Unknown's avatarEllie Zimt15. February 2025Leave a comment
Frontpage, Inner Monologue, Wild Thoughts

And what do you think about Valentine’s Day?

What’s your opinion on Valentine’s Day? Do you like and celebrate it? Or do you look more critically at the day of love? Continue reading And what do you think about Valentine’s Day?

Unknown's avatarEllie Zimt14. February 2025Leave a comment
Frontpage, German Language, The German

Why are German words so long?

Ever wondered why German has such intimidating long words? Well, here’s your answer! Continue reading Why are German words so long?

Unknown's avatarEllie Zimt13. February 202513. February 20253 Comments
German Culture, The German

How does the German healthcare system work?

How does the healthcare in Germany work – and is it good? What are the differences to the UK? Continue reading How does the German healthcare system work?

Unknown's avatarEllie Zimt12. February 20251 Comment
A Better World, Frontpage, Wild Thoughts

How compliments make everything better

In my opinion, giving someone a compliment is one of the easiest, yet most effectives ways of making someone else’s life more beautiful. Continue reading How compliments make everything better

Unknown's avatarEllie Zimt11. February 202511. February 2025Leave a comment
Frontpage, Inner Monologue, Wild Thoughts

Does donating really make you happy?

Does donating, giving, helping make you happy? What are the circumstances that need to be in place for you to feel good about it? Continue reading Does donating really make you happy?

Unknown's avatarEllie Zimt10. February 2025Leave a comment

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Hallihallo and guten Tag here at Zimtstaub (/tsɪmt-staʊb/), where you can find a collection of things I find highly irritating about the UK, absolutely wonderful, or weird.

My name's Ellie and I'll be the one making you read dad jokes when you least expect it.

What do you call a magician's dog? That's right. A labracadabrador.

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"Why are chicken the funniest animals?"

"beCAUSE!"

Welcome to Zimstaub (/tsɪmt-staʊb/), German for "cinnamon dust"; my little canvas for things that my brain comes up with or that I experience living in England.
I'm always happy to answer questions about migration, cultural differences, and why British bread sucks!

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