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What is a language tandem?

A language tandem is when two people with different mother tongues come together to teach the other person their own mother tongue.

How does a language tandem work?

The easiest way to explain language tandem is with an example: Lisa from Zurich will soon be travelling to France for a semester abroad. She has already attended a course at a language school to learn French, but she lacks the opportunity to practise free conversation. Louise from Paris has recently accepted a job in Zurich. In order to better participate in life in Switzerland, she wants to improve her German as quickly as possible. The two find each other through Sprachtandem.ch. They first write a few messages to make sure they both have the same idea about the meeting. Then they meet in a public place. First they speak German for half an hour, then they switch to French for the same amount of time.

Not only do they learn the language of their respective language partners, but they also learn about their culture and gain insider knowledge from another country.
The learning/practice method is fun and lets you get to know your counterpart in an uncomplicated and relaxed way. Sprachtandem has the special advantage that the lessons are free of charge because of the exchange principle.

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Last active 15.9.2025

Speaks

  • Spanish
  • English

Learns

  • German

Gretel

  • CH-4123
  • Female
  • 48
  • ☕️ In-Person

I am a Cuban (mother tongue spanish). I am a a psychologist working for more than 15 years on basic neurosciences research. My current writing level is A2 but with A1 speaking level. I want to improve my German ( vocabulary, fluency) and to meet new people.

Hobbies and interests

I like reading, watching movies, and spending time with my family and in nature.

Last active 15.9.2025

Speaks

  • English
  • Greek

Learns

  • German

Thanos

  • CH-8952
  • Male
  • 35
  • 💻 Online
  • ☕️ In-Person

Hi all! My name is Thanos, I’m from Greece and currently living in Zurich. In my free time, I enjoy sports such as running, tennis, and hiking. I also like reading books, both to relax and to learn new things. And also a big fan of discovering good food and trying out new restaurants.

Hobbies and interests

Tennis, Hiking, HIIT Workouts, Running

Last active 15.9.2025

Speaks

  • German

Learns

  • French

Markus Heiniger

  • CH-8706
  • Male
  • 71
  • ☕️ In-Person

Ich wohne am Zürichsee, spreche sehr gut deutsch, schweizerdeutsch und englisch. Möchte mit jemanden austauschen, d.h. französisch sprechen, der/die französisch sehr gut kann. Ich bin pensioniert, war Diplomat, Mediator, Historiker.

Hobbies and interests

Wandern, Tennis, Musik (spiele Flöte)

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