Lyrics & Translation
Learning a language through music is a fantastic journey, and "Moskau" by Dschinghis Khan is an excellent starting point for German. The song's lyrics are repetitive and sung with clear, powerful diction, making it easier to pick up vocabulary related to celebration, places, and feelings. What makes "Moskau" special is its infectious energy and its fascinating history as a German pop song that became a global hit, even finding popularity in the very city it celebrates. It’s a fun and engaging way to dive into the German language and culture.
Key Vocabulary
Vocabulary | Meanings |
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Moscow /ˈmɒskaʊ/ A1 |
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gold /ɡoʊld/ A1 |
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ice /aɪs/ A1 |
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fire /ˈfaɪər/ A1 |
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glass /ɡlɑːs/ A1 |
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land /lænd/ A1 |
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soul /soʊl/ B1 |
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devil /ˈdevəl/ B1 |
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love /lʌv/ A1 |
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girls /ɡɜːrlz/ A1 |
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table /ˈteɪbəl/ A1 |
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blood /blʌd/ A1 |
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past /pæst/ A2 |
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mirror /ˈmɪrər/ B1 |
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hot /hɒt/ A1 |
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Key Grammar Structures
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Moskau, Fremd und geheimnisvoll
➔ Adjective phrases
➔ The phrase "Fremd und geheimnisvoll" describes "Moskau" using two adjectives.
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Doch wer dich wirklich kennt
➔ Subordinate clauses
➔ The clause "wer dich wirklich kennt" is a subordinate clause that provides additional information.
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Der weiß, wenn Feuer brennt
➔ Conditional clauses
➔ The phrase "wenn Feuer brennt" is a conditional clause indicating a condition.
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Auf dein Wohl, Bruder
➔ Imperative mood
➔ The phrase "Auf dein Wohl" is an imperative expression used to toast.
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Mädchen sind zum küssen da
➔ Infinitive constructions
➔ The phrase "zum küssen da" uses an infinitive construction to express purpose.
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Komm, wir tanzen auf dem Tisch
➔ Imperative with first-person plural
➔ The phrase "Komm, wir tanzen" uses the imperative form to invite others to join.
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Bis der Tisch zusammenbricht
➔ Temporal clauses
➔ The phrase "Bis der Tisch zusammenbricht" is a temporal clause indicating duration.
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