Behördendeutsch (also referred to as Beamtendeutsch) is a form of written German favoured by authorities and civil servants. It is often highly convoluted and can sometimes be difficult to understand, even for native speakers. In this infographic we point out some of the key features and offer tips for easier communication with the authorities.

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