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Henning Wehn

Henning reveals the deeper meaning of the German word Rathaus and other English-sounding words in German.

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Brian, Cochem, Germany2011-07-13

FANTASTIC!!! I learn more in these videos then in 6 months of German class here in Germany. Germany has a terrible language teaching system. This guy should teach all the classes in Germany.

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gabriella, surrey2011-05-05

Enjoyed it very much.

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Hillary, Philippines2010-03-21

Hahahahaha Gift! Very funny!

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steve, London2009-11-29

I have met him in London in the Bavarian Beerhouse. He's a funny guy, I am sure that video is recorded in The Beerhouse as it really looks like it.

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skttrbrain2009-11-16

Herr Wehn is a comedy genius and you learn german as well... brilliant!!

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Richard Garioch, Aberdeen, Scotland2009-11-14

An excellent set of videos to increase understanding of German and very funny too!

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