Plunger, stalemate and pillpops – basic vocabulary for survival in Bielefeld

Newcomers to Bielefeld often struggle to make themselves understood. They ask for pajamas in a department store and are told, "We don't have those," even though there are pallets of pajamas on the shelves. They have to freeze at night – simply because they don't know the simplest Bielefeld words, like "Pölter" (pajamas) .

This phrasebook enables every reader to converse with long-time residents between Babenhausen and Ubbedissen. It is the ideal companion for finally being able to join the conversation between Hünenburg and the Hermannsweg trail.

What you will find in this basic vocabulary list:

• Over 200 words and phrases: The most common local terms from the East Westphalian metropolis.
• Practical check: Application examples for correct use in everyday life.
• Swearing heartily: A variety of euphonious and practically relevant swear words.
• Dönekes: Lots of amusing stories and anecdotes from the region.
• Popularity: Based on the popular column in the WESTFALEN-BLATT newspaper.