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Category: The German

English Culture, Frontpage, German Culture, The English, The German

British vs. German small talk

Ever wondered what the difference between our ways of chitchatting is? Continue reading British vs. German small talk

Unknown's avatarEllie Zimt21. February 20251 Comment
Frontpage, German Travel, The German

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 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
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
English Culture, Frontpage, German Culture, The English, The German

Here’s how different it is to learn how to drive in Germany and the UK

Did you know that every country has different procedures and ways to teach learners how to drive? Continue reading Here’s how different it is to learn how to drive in Germany and the UK

Unknown's avatarEllie Zimt9. February 20259. February 2025Leave a comment
Frontpage, German Culture, The German

How is the quality of life in Germany?

How is living in Germany – what are some of the best things and how is the quality of life? Continue reading How is the quality of life in Germany?

Unknown's avatarEllie Zimt7. February 20251 Comment
Frontpage, German Culture, The German

What is Germany known for – and does it hold up?

Every country has its stereotypes. Which are the ones for Germany – and are they true? Continue reading What is Germany known for – and does it hold up?

Unknown's avatarEllie Zimt6. February 20255. February 20251 Comment
Frontpage, German Travel, The German

The best sweets in Germany

It’s super exciting to visit a different country and go through their sweet sections in the super market. Here are my recommendations! Continue reading The best sweets in Germany

Unknown's avatarEllie Zimt4. February 20251 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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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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