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About me
Hello, Grüß Gott and Guten Tag!
I’m Charlotte von Strotha, founder of CharLingua and a certified teacher of German as a foreign language.
I help adults learn German online and become more confident speaking German – in everyday life, at work, and in conversations in Germany.
Since 2015, I have been teaching German as a foreign language – in 1:1 lessons, group courses, online courses, and through my content on social media.
Maybe you already know my short German explanations from Instagram, Facebook, or YouTube under @deutsch.charlingua. On this page, I’ll tell you who is behind CharLingua, why I teach German, and why I understand very well what it feels like to live in another country and still feel unsure about the language.
Recognized by Twinkl as a Top Educational Influencer 2025
In 2025, I was recognized by Twinkl as a Top Educational Influencer.
“Charlotte shows what authentic educational work looks like.”
In the article, Twinkl especially highlights my work as a German teacher, my personal experience as an expat, and the international community around CharLingua.
Read the article on Twinkl >>>
Who my offers are for
Maybe you are just starting to learn German. Maybe you have been living in Germany for a while and already understand a lot, but you still don’t feel confident when you speak. Or maybe you need German for work, for conversations with neighbors, for appointments, for your children’s school, or simply for everyday life.
If you don’t just want to learn German, but also want to use it more confidently in real life, you are in the right place at CharLingua.
What matters to me in German lessons
My most important goal is that you become more confident speaking German and feel more comfortable in real-life situations.
Of course, you need grammar. Of course, you need vocabulary. But you also need good examples, regular practice, and explanations that you really understand.
That is why my teaching is clear, practical, and personal.
I explain German in a way that helps you understand how the language works, instead of just memorizing rules. And I show you sentences that you can actually use in everyday life.
Step by step, you become more confident – without feeling that you have to be perfect.
Why I understand German learners so well
I am a native German speaker, born in Berlin and raised in Stuttgart – the city of Mercedes and Porsche. Today I live near Munich with my husband and our four children.
But I know very well what it feels like to live in a country where you do not yet feel confident speaking the language.
I studied in Spain for one semester and later lived as an expat partner with my family in Italy and the United Kingdom for five years. My four children were born in three different countries: Germany, Italy, and the United Kingdom.
Especially in Italy, I realized how big the difference is when you can speak the language of the country you live in.
At the beginning, it was hard for me to communicate. A doctor’s appointment, a conversation with neighbors, a form, or a phone call all took much more energy because I did not have the language I needed. I could understand a little Italian because I had learned Spanish before. But often it felt as if my brain had to run a marathon before it could process even simple information.
Later, many things became easier. My Italian was not perfect, but I could communicate, make friends, and really take part in life around me.
This experience still shapes the way I teach today.
I know that language is not just a school subject. Language means everyday life. Confidence. Independence. And connecting with other people.
My experience as a German teacher
I have been teaching German as a foreign language since 2015. During this time, I have worked with German learners from many countries – in 1:1 lessons, group courses, online courses, and through my content on social media.
Again and again, I have seen that many adults do not learn slowly because they are “not good at languages”. Often, what they are missing is exactly this: a clear structure, regular speaking practice, and someone who explains grammar in a way that makes sense.
That is why CharLingua exists.
I want you not only to learn German, but to be able to use it: while shopping, at work, at the doctor’s office, in conversations with friends, neighbors, or colleagues, and in all the small situations that are part of life in Germany.
What you can find at CharLingua
Depending on where you are with your German right now, CharLingua offers different ways to learn.
German for Beginners
„German for Beginners“ is my A1 online course for beginners with no previous knowledge of German.
The course is right for you if you want to learn German from the beginning with a clear structure and step-by-step guidance.
You learn the most important basics step by step – with videos, exercises, explanations, vocabulary, and materials that you can work through at your own pace.
CharLingua Sprachclub
Der CharLingua Sprachclub is for German learners from level B1.
It is right for you if you have already learned German, but want to speak more regularly. In the Sprachclub, you get topics, vocabulary, audios, questions, and live meetings, so that you can build a speaking routine and become more confident in conversations.
1:1 lessons
In 1:1 lessons, we work individually on your goals. Maybe you want to understand grammar better, speak more fluently, prepare for specific situations, or feel more confident using German at work.
These private lessons are based on your level, your questions, and what you really need.
If you would like to find out whether 1:1 lessons are the right fit for you, feel free to email me at info@charlingua.de.
Podcast and Blog „Uplevel Your German“
In my podcast and blog “Uplevel Your German”, you will find free explanations of German grammar, vocabulary, idioms, and everyday situations in Germany.
The episodes and blog posts help you understand German better and recognize typical expressions more easily in everyday life.
What is your next step?
Depending on where you are with your German right now, you can start with a course, speak regularly in the Sprachclub, or work on your own specific questions in 1:1 lessons.
If you would like to continue learning for free first, you will find many explanations of grammar, vocabulary, and everyday German in my podcast and blog.