Remember that funny video “Shit Expat Berliners Say” that was going around a while back? We stumbled upon it when we first got to Berlin almost two years ago, and it’s crazy how much we relate to it! The video captured all the weird and beautiful things about being an expat in this city.
It took us a while to post it here. It is strange to see how we identify with so many things around us that are similar to this video. After all this time, it is weird to see how much of that is still true.
The things we agree with the video the most are those below.
One thing that cracks us up is how cheap beer is here. It’s often more inexpensive than soda and sometimes even water! Though, fair warning, those super cheap beers can be a bit questionable. Not Sternburg, of course.
The video also nailed the topic of learning German. We keep saying we’ll do it, but it’s tough! We’ve tried different apps and classes, but German grammar is another beast. Maybe we’ll be fluent one day, but for now, we’re sticking to “Danke” and “Bitte.”
And don’t even get us started on German TV! It’s pretty much as bad as the video says. We mostly watch Netflix or YouTube because finding something decent on German channels is impossible.
Another thing the video got right is the importance of having a bike. Technically, you don’t need one, but Berlin is super bike-friendly, and having one makes getting around so much easier and faster. Plus, it’s a great way to explore the city and get some exercise.
Finally, the video hilariously points out how much people smoke here. It’s true! It seems like everyone smokes everywhere, all the time. Cafes, bars, even parks – you’re almost guaranteed to encounter a cloud of smoke.
Shit Expat Berliners Say is not just another video mocking expats in Berlin. This is almost too good to be true.
