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Frontpage, German Language, The German

10 pseudo-anglicisms we use in German

Frontpage, German Culture, The German

What does a German breakfast look like?

English Culture, Frontpage, The English

What’s a Full English Breakfast?

Frontpage, German Oddities, The German

How to tell the time in Germany

English Language, Frontpage, German Language, The English, The German

10 English words that are used in everyday German life

English Travel, Frontpage, The English

Learning how to drive on the wrong side of the road

How weird is it to drive a car when you’re from a country that drives on the other side of the road? Continue reading Learning how to drive on the wrong side of the road

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Frontpage, German Culture, The German

What are Germany’s national symbols?

What are Germany’s national symbols, what does the flag mean, and what do we sign about in our hymn? Continue reading What are Germany’s national symbols?

Unknown's avatarEllie Zimt29. January 20251. February 2025Leave a comment
Frontpage, German Travel, The German

How is the weather in Germany?

Don’t know Germany’s climate? Well, here it is! Continue reading How is the weather in Germany?

Unknown's avatarEllie Zimt28. January 20251. February 2025Leave a comment
Actually Useful, Art, Frontpage

How to find your art style

How do you become an artist of a coherent style? How do you develop it – and how do you find it in the first place? Continue reading How to find your art style

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Frontpage, German Language, The German

The most important German word

If there’s ever been a German word that you need to know, it is this one. Continue reading The most important German word

Unknown's avatarEllie Zimt26. January 20251. February 20251 Comment
Frontpage, Inner Monologue, Wild Thoughts

How to say “No”

Learning how to say “no” is one of the most important things I’ve learned for my well-being. And you should, too. Continue reading How to say “No”

Unknown's avatarEllie Zimt25. January 20251. February 2025Leave a comment
English Culture, Frontpage, German Culture, The English, The German

German and British Tea – how do we drink it?

Did you know that what Brits know as tea isn’t what Germans know as tea – and vice versa? Continue reading German and British Tea – how do we drink it?

Unknown's avatarEllie Zimt24. January 202523. February 20255 Comments
Frontpage, Relationships, Wild Thoughts

5 Tiny things that make you a better partner

Relationships should feel like the easiest thing in the world. But if you’re struggling, here’s a few ideas to work on yours. Continue reading 5 Tiny things that make you a better partner

Unknown's avatarEllie Zimt23. January 20251. February 2025Leave a comment
English Culture, Frontpage, German Culture, The English, The German

Can German citizens work in the UK – and vice versa?

How easy or difficult is it for Brits and Germany to work and live in the other country? Continue reading Can German citizens work in the UK – and vice versa?

Unknown's avatarEllie Zimt22. January 20251. February 20251 Comment
Actually Useful, Frontpage, Gaming

Wylde Flowers: Impressions & Beginner Tips

Impressions and beginner tips for the lovely and quite intricate game Wylde Flowers. Continue reading Wylde Flowers: Impressions & Beginner Tips

Unknown's avatarEllie Zimt21. January 20251. 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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  • Love Languages: Receiving Gifts
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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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