Bad News for German Bros lol...

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09-19-2004, 09:37 PM
Blown_SC

Bad News for German Bros lol...

Sup bros...

I recently received the opportunity to go overseas this coming winter semester to work for a BMW design team, as part of my Engineering program.....

As for now, I will be leaving in early January for Germany, and will return in late April, spending my four months there....

I'm a little hesitant to be honest... because I don't know the language, and will be expected to write/speak it fairly fluently once over there.... currently I am in an Intro to German night course, trying to prepare... anyone fluent in the language?
09-19-2004, 09:39 PM
Psychotron

once you are there you will pick up on the basics quick, its easier to learn a language when someone is actually doing what they are saying.
09-19-2004, 09:46 PM
Blown_SC

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Originally Posted by Psychotron

once you are there you will pick up on the basics quick, its easier to learn a language when someone is actually doing what they are saying.

That's true, but, they are relying on me for designs within the first few weeks I am there lol... but I'm sure I'll get it... I received some great advice from some bros on another board, and they convinced me that I should go... I'm actually a lil anxious to see what it is really like.. I wanna check out the fraulines :D hahh :lol:
09-19-2004, 09:57 PM
956Vette

dont be nervous. germans speak english very well as a second language (from my encounters). teh language barrier should absolutely not be a set back imo. Go for it. Germany is the ****! What city would you be around?
09-19-2004, 10:02 PM
Blown_SC

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Originally Posted by 956Vette

dont be nervous. germans speak english very well as a second language (from my encounters). teh language barrier should absolutely not be a set back imo. Go for it. Germany is the ****! What city would you be around?

Not positive... my co-ordinator told me, but I forgot the name...

I think she said Leipzig/Halle, or at the HQ in Munich.. but I'm not sure.... I will let you know though....

You go there Vette? What for?
09-19-2004, 10:04 PM
Commando_Barbi

Of all the languages I've been exposed to, I found German the easiest to learn. I lived in Munich for 3 yrs and loved it. Your obviously going to need a bit more technical in your language however.

Enjoy Germany. I miss that place.
09-19-2004, 10:07 PM
Blown_SC

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Originally Posted by Commando_Barbi

Of all the languages I've been exposed to, I found German the easiest to learn. I lived in Munich for 3 yrs and loved it. Your obviously going to need a bit more technical in your language however.

Enjoy Germany. I miss that place.

For sure... that is what I am most-concerned about... I have already picked up alot of the BS convo... but need to improve greatly... luckily they say that English is similar to German, much like the Spanish-French comparison...

Munich huh? I don't believe you :p ... re: lack of 'beer belly' :D
09-19-2004, 10:10 PM
956Vette

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Originally Posted by Blown_SC

Not positive... my co-ordinator told me, but I forgot the name...

I think she said Leipzig/Halle, or at the HQ in Munich.. but I'm not sure.... I will let you know though....

You go there Vette? What for?

Muchen is AMAZING! Beautiful city, plenty of trouble & fun all around to get into. Beers the size of your head, all-around greatness! Also, the german women surprized me, very impressed :dg:
09-19-2004, 10:12 PM
Blown_SC

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Originally Posted by 956Vette

Muchen is AMAZING! Beautiful city, plenty of trouble & fun all around to get into. Beers the size of your head, all-around greatness! Also, the german women surprized me, very impressed :dg:

LOL... glad to see you enjoyed your time there :dg:

I can't wait to get my hands on my own Heidi Klum look-a-like :wg:
09-19-2004, 10:17 PM
AandF6969

Dont forget to see RAMMSTEIN while youre there!!!
09-19-2004, 10:21 PM
Blown_SC

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Originally Posted by AandF6969

Dont forget to see RAMMSTEIN while youre there!!!

Were we seperated at birth? :dg: :lol:
09-20-2004, 04:13 AM
palme

German is very easy to learn.
09-20-2004, 05:16 AM
TPAK

Have a great time bro. I think you have mad the right decision and you will benefit allot from the experience.
09-20-2004, 06:12 AM
Phillyboy1

miener wagon is sha shnell, dina auto is sha longsalm.

i no that is no where near spelled right but here's a quick translation

"my car is very fast, your car is very slow" :) have fun in germany bro, youll freaking love it
09-20-2004, 08:46 AM
Commando_Barbi

You're right I lied. I was in Munich for a year and half and then they closed McGraw Kaserna (the base) and Perlacher Forest (our housing area) and I moved to Bad Aibling. That station is still there and always the subject of great controversy. Der Speigle runs stories about the "spies" all the time and the facility is blamed for the high miscarriage levels in that area.

No beer gut...that's cause I can't STAND beer. YUCK. I did get hooked on wine there. I do miss the hendles (very salty, greasy roasted chicken).

Ohhhh the memories.

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Originally Posted by Blown_SC

For sure... that is what I am most-concerned about... I have already picked up alot of the BS convo... but need to improve greatly... luckily they say that English is similar to German, much like the Spanish-French comparison...

Munich huh? I don't believe you :p ... re: lack of 'beer belly' :D
09-20-2004, 08:58 AM
decadbal

awww my little bird is leaving the nest...im gonna cry.
09-20-2004, 09:30 AM
kc

:hello: good luck :)
09-20-2004, 10:02 AM
Blown_SC

Deca - Don't think you're not coming with me hahah :D beyotch...

And thanks KC :wg:
09-20-2004, 10:39 AM
slamd097

I would buzz my head, bleach it blonde, and wear some bigg ass marching boots, then walk around like you have an ass to conmstanty kick..
09-20-2004, 10:50 AM
kc

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Originally Posted by Blown_SC

Deca - Don't think you're not coming with me hahah :D beyotch...

And thanks KC :wg:

:dg: I still think you should bring me along in your luggage :D
09-20-2004, 02:53 PM
Blown_SC

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Originally Posted by kc

:dg: I still think you should bring me along in your luggage :D

Now if I did that, you'd be locked away in the luggage compartment... I guess no Mile-High stunts for you :dg:
09-20-2004, 03:32 PM
Philliagorillia

Dude germany rocks, im thinking of moving there for a while just for ****s and giggles, oh and if you need to know anything about Rammstein just ask me, they have alot of upcoming shows soon...
09-20-2004, 04:07 PM
kc

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Originally Posted by Blown_SC

Now if I did that, you'd be locked away in the luggage compartment... I guess no Mile-High stunts for you :dg:

:unsure: very true...now what'll we do about that :eek:
09-20-2004, 09:26 PM
Blown_SC

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Originally Posted by kc

:unsure: very true...now what'll we do about that :eek:

:lol: I'm sure you can think of something.. you're the creative one after all ;)...

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Originally Posted by Philliagorillia

Dude germany rocks, im thinking of moving there for a while just for ****s and giggles, oh and if you need to know anything about Rammstein just ask me, they have alot of upcoming shows soon...

Will do, thanks :hello:
09-21-2004, 10:18 AM
RussianVodka

The most fast and easy way to learn german is find a german GF. I had no english at all, but I met hotty from US. In 2 months I was able to speak and understand everything:-)