How to make German friends and nurture friendships with Germans

Take steps to make German friends.

Whether you are visiting Germany or you just have an interest in German culture, finding and making German friends can be important. Depending on where you live, meeting Germans can be difficult. While a large population German descendants reside in the United States, meeting first-generation Germans may be difficult. There are measures you can take to make German friends and nurture relations.

Instructions

1. Learn to speak German. While English is quite prevalent in Germany, it doesn't hurt to learn the language. Enroll in a German language class in your area. You can also pick up a language tutorial in CD or book form. Once you become better acclimated with the language, you can communicate in a more personable manner.

2. Travel to Germany. Berlin is a good city to start with. While you are in Germany, partake in as many social activities as possible. This includes bars, nightclubs, the theater, restaurants and musical venues. Do not be afraid to speak with people. Use any German you learned in conversation.

3. Immerse yourself in some facet of German culture. This can include history, literature, music or film. When you make German friends, this adds to the relationship, as you possess more knowledge of German culture.

4. Get involved with a social networking website that involves or caters to international relations. This assists you in maintaining friendships and nurturing these friendships in the future. You can also connect with Germans stateside.

References

• Lonely Planet: Germany
• German Culture
• Rosetta Stone: Speak German

Resources

• Read this Article in Spanish