Wort fur Wort, 5th edition
New Advanced German Vocabulary


By Paul Stocker
July 2010
Hodder Education
Distributed by Trans-Atlantic Publications
ISBN: 9781444109993
150 pages
$19.95 Paper Original


Brand new edition of our hugely popular vocabulary book for advanced learners of German language and culture. Organised by topic, the words and phrases are presented in clear, manageable sections to support students studying advanced level languages.

New features:
- New entries for technology topics and updates with the latest words, phrases and idioms, such as 'swine flu' and 'credit crunch'
- All topics covered are matched to the latest exam specifications
- Updated lists of current web addresses to ensure students have the latest information at their fingertips
- Lists of synonyms have been included to increase students’ repertoire.

Key features:
- Comprehensive coverage of key vocabulary
- Words and phrases in thematic sections – including Everyday life, Health, Sport, Education, and many more
- Vocabulary organised in a clear, easy-to-use structure, with clear distinction between levels of difficulty from AS to A2 level.


  • Entirely revised in line with the latest A Level specifications so you can be sure it covers the vocabulary you need
  • Vocabulary is based around specification topics to help you apply this vocabulary in written and oral exams
  • Author is an experienced examiner and teacher who knows what is required for examination success
  • Up-to-date vocabulary and idioms are included - for example phrases concerning the latest developments in communications and technology

Table of Contents:
Ich meine …
Menschliche Beziehungen
Die Gesundheit
Der Tourismus
Das Verkehrswesen
Sport und Freizeit
Medien und Kommunikationen
Erziehung und Ausbildung
Die Arbeitswelt
Wirtschaft und Geschäft
Die Politik
Internationale Beziehungen
Soziale Fragen
Die Rechtsordnung
Die Umwelt
Technik und Forschung
Das Kulturleben
Welches Wort soll ich wählen?
Zeitausdrücke

About the Author(s):
Paul Stocker is an experienced teacher of German and has written a number of books and language courses.

Return to main page of Trans-Atlantic Publications