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German Nursery Rhymes: Eins, Zwei, Papagei | Learn German Numbers 1-12

By November 24, 2025March 27th, 2026No Comments

Step into the world of German language through music and rhythm with the beloved nursery rhyme “Eins, Zwei, Papagei.” This traditional counting poem is a staple in German-speaking households and classrooms, providing a playful way for children to master numbers 1 through 12.

Bilingual guide features the original lyrics alongside clear English translations and a dedicated vocabulary section to help students connect words like Klavier (piano) and Wölfe (wolves) with charming illustrations. Whether you’re a teacher looking for a classroom activity or a parent raising a bilingual child, this resource makes learning German both simple and memorable.




Eins, zwei, Papagei

Fahre mit der Maus über die unterstrichenen Wörter für die Übersetzung.

Hover over underlined words for English translations.

Papagei
1

Eins, zwei, Papagei.

One, two, parrot.

Klavier
2

Drei, vier, mein Klavier.

Three, four, my piano.

Hexe
3

Fünf, sechs, alte Hex.

Five, six, old witch.

Gute Nacht
4

Sieben, acht, gute Nacht.

Seven, eight, good night.

Auf Wiedersehn
5

Neun, zehn, auf Wiedersehn.

Nine, ten, see you again.

Böse Wölfe
6

Elf, zwölf, böse Wölf.

Eleven, twelve, bad wolves.

Wortschatz

Papagei

Der Papagei

The parrot

Klavier

Das Klavier

The piano

Hexe

Die Hexe

The witch

Die Nacht

Die Nacht

The night

Auf Wiedersehn

Wiedersehn

Goodbye

Die Wölfe

Die Wölfe

The wolves