You have reached B2 level and are now faced with the task of raising your knowledge to advanced C1 level. Instead of focussing on simple grammar exercises, it’s time to delve deeper into the structures of the German language. In this article, you’ll learn how to approach understanding advanced grammar and take your German skills to the next level.
1. Identify advanced grammar concepts:
Before you dive into the world of advanced grammar, it’s important to know which concepts you want to tackle.
This could include the use of subjunctive II, complex sentence structures, modal verbs or other advanced aspects.
Identify your weaknesses and work on them specifically.
2. Analyse complex sentences:
Take time to analyse complex German sentences.
Read authentic texts, whether in books, articles or news items, and analyse the sentences. Pay attention to the position of subordinate clauses, the use of conjunctions and the structure of the sentences.
This will allow you to recognise subtle nuances and subtleties of grammar.
3. Use authentic texts:
Leave the world of textbooks and immerse yourself in authentic German texts.
Novels, essays and newspaper articles offer a variety of grammatical structures. Reading such texts will not only give you insights into advanced grammar, but also into the natural use of the language.
4. Experiment with different structures:
The key to understanding advanced grammar lies in experimentation.
Write your own sentences that deliberately contain advanced structures. Play with different conjunctions, show variation in sentence structure and use complex sentence structures.
Trial and error will give you a deeper understanding.
Conclusion: The key is experimentation
Understanding advanced grammar requires an active and experimental approach. Analyse complex sentences, work with different structures and deepen your understanding through authentic texts. The path to C1 is a journey of continuous learning and application. Utilise the variety of resources available to you and be prepared to experiment with the German language. With perseverance and dedication, you will master the challenge and take your German to a higher level. Good luck on your grammatical journey of discovery!
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