THE LIMITS
OF MY LANGUAGE MEAN
THE LIMITS OF MY WORLD
THE LIMITS
OF MY LANGUAGEMEAN
THE LIMITS OF MY WORLD
THE LIMITS
OF MY
LANGUAGE
MEAN
THE LIMITS OF MY WORLD
WHAT’S ELLO
WHAT’S
ELLO
Language is fascinating. Two people can use the exact same words and still completely misunderstand each other.
Take “We should have coffee sometime.”For one person, it’s a real invitation. For the other, it’s just a polite way to end a conversation.
That gap between words and meaning is where communication gets interesting and that’s where ELLO comes in.
I help people and businesses communicate in a way that feels natural, clear, and human. I teach German, lead communication workshops, interpret, translate, subtitle, and work on voice-over projects. At the heart of everything I do is the same idea: language is not just about words, it’s about understanding each other.
WHAT’S ELLO
Language is fascinating. Two people can use the exact same words and still completely misunderstand each other.
Take “We should have coffee sometime.”For one person, it’s a real invitation. For the other, it’s just a polite way to end a conversation.
That gap between words and meaning is where communication gets interesting and that’s where ELLO comes in.
I help people and businesses communicate in a way that feels natural, clear, and human. I teach German, lead communication workshops, interpret, translate, subtitle, and work on voice-over projects. At the heart of everything I do is the same idea: language is not just about words, it’s about understanding each other.
ELENA
I'm Elena, the founder of ELLO.
Language has shaped my life for as long as I can remember. I’ve learned six languages myself, studied them, taught them, translated them, and spent years helping other people make them part of their lives.
I’ve learned that communication is rarely just about vocabulary. It’s about understanding people, reading between the lines, and finding the words that actually convey what you mean. I spend most of my days working with languages, but what fascinates me most is how people communicate, why conversations flow effortlessly with some people and fall apart with others, and how a single word can build trust or create confusion.
Today, I work as a translator, interpreter, and language trainer, helping people communicate more naturally, confidently, and authentically.
And as a German teacher, my goal isn’t to teach you German forever. It’s to help you reach the point where you no longer need me.
PROFESSIONAL
BACKGROUND
ELENA
I'm Elena, the founder of ELLO.
Language has shaped my life for as long as I can remember. I’ve learned six languages myself, studied them, taught them, translated them, and spent years helping other people make them part of their lives.
I’ve learned that communication is rarely just about vocabulary. It’s about understanding people, reading between the lines, and finding the words that actually convey what you mean. I spend most of my days working with languages, but what fascinates me most is how people communicate, why conversations flow effortlessly with some people and fall apart with others, and how a single word can build trust or create confusion.
Today, I work as a translator, interpreter, and language trainer, helping people communicate more naturally, confidently, and authentically.
And as a German teacher, my goal isn’t to teach you German forever. It’s to help you reach the point where you no longer need me.
PROFESSIONAL
BACKGROUND
GERMAN COURSES
GERMAN COURSES
Most people don’t struggle with German because they’re “bad at languages.” They struggle because they learned it in a way nobody actually speaks.
Most people don’t struggle with German because they’re “bad at languages.” They struggle because they learned it in a way nobody actually speaks.
My courses are built around real communication. That means conversations, situations, reactions, mistakes, confidence - the things you actually need when speaking a language in real life.
I work with individuals, teams, and businesses, and every course is adapted to the people in front of me.
Some people come to me because they need German for work, others because they want to feel less like a tourist in their own city.
Some can already order a coffee, make jokes, and tell stories in German, while others are still trying to make sense of why a chair is masculine and a door is feminine.
Wherever someone starts, I find that journey equally exciting, because every new word is a small step towards feeling more at home.
I work with individuals, teams, and businesses, and every course is adapted to the people in front of me.
Some people come to me because they need German for work, others because they want to feel less like a tourist in their own city.
Some can already order a coffee, make jokes, and tell stories in German, while others are still trying to make sense of why a chair is masculine and a door is feminine.
Wherever someone starts, I find that journey equally exciting, because every new word is a small step towards feeling more at home.
TEACHING LOCATION
On-site in Kettenbrückengasse 6/4, Vienna
or In-House at your business.
60 min
55,-
75 min
80,-
90 min
80,-
120 min
100,-
75 min
60,-
90 min
70,-
120 min
90,-
120 min
45,-
GROUP CONVERSATION (4-6 people)
BRING A FRIEND
PRIVATE LESSONS
GERMAN COURSES
Most people don’t struggle with German because they’re “bad at languages.” They struggle because they learned it in a way nobody actually speaks.
My courses are built around real communication. That means conversations, situations, reactions, mistakes, confidence - the things you actually need when speaking a language in real life.
I work with individuals, teams, and businesses, and every course is adapted to the people in front of me.
Some people come to me because they need German for work, others because they want to feel less like a tourist in their own city.
Some can already order a coffee, make jokes, and tell stories in German, while others are still trying to make sense of why a chair is masculine and a door is feminine.
Wherever someone starts, I find that journey equally exciting, because every new word is a small step towards feeling more at home.
TEACHING LOCATION
On-site in Kettenbrückengasse 6/4, Vienna
or In-House at your business.
60 min
55,-
75 min
80,-
90 min
80,-
120 min
100,-
75 min
60,-
90 min
70,-
120 min
90,-
120 min
45,-
GROUP CONVERSATION (4-6 people)
BRING A FRIEND
PRIVATE LESSONS
COMMUNICATION
WORKSHOPS
COMMUNICATION
WORKSHOPS
Most workplace tension has very little to do with competence and a lot to do with communication.
My workshops are for those moments at work when knowing the right words is not enough.
When a conversation feels awkward, feedback gets misunderstood, different communication styles clash, or people leave a meeting wondering what was actually meant. I help teams navigate the human side of communication, the part nobody really teaches you in school.
The sessions are practical, direct, and interactive. No corporate roleplay energy. No endless slides. Just useful communication tools people can actually apply at work afterwards.
COMMUNICATION
WORKSHOPS
Most workplace tension has very little to do with competence and a lot to do with communication.
My workshops are for those moments at work when knowing the right words is not enough.
When a conversation feels awkward, feedback gets misunderstood, different communication styles clash, or people leave a meeting wondering what was actually meant. I help teams navigate the human side of communication, the part nobody really teaches you in school.
The sessions are practical, direct, and interactive. No corporate roleplay energy. No endless slides. Just useful communication tools people can actually apply at work afterwards.
TRANSLATION & INTERPRETATION
TRANSLATION & INTERPRETATION
A good translation should never read like a translation.
I offer translation and interpreting services in German and English for professional and personal settings, from meetings and conferences to websites, official documents, and conversations where things need to be communicated properly the first time.
As a certified translator and interpreter and member of BDÜ and UNIVERSITAS, I work according to recognised professional standards, including ÖNORM D 1202.
But beyond qualifications, my work is really about instinct for language: tone, context, timing, and knowing when something technically correct still sounds completely wrong.
Serving clients across the DACH region and available for assignments internationally upon request.
TRANSLATION & INTERPRETATION
A good translation should never read like a translation.
I offer translation and interpreting services in German and English for professional and personal settings, from meetings and conferences to websites, official documents, and conversations where things need to be communicated properly the first time.
As a certified translator and interpreter and member of BDÜ and UNIVERSITAS, I work according to recognised professional standards, including ÖNORM D 1202.
But beyond qualifications, my work is really about instinct for language: tone, context, timing, and knowing when something technically correct still sounds completely wrong.
Serving clients across the DACH region and available for assignments internationally upon request.
SUBTITLES &
VOICE-OVERS
SUBTITLES &
VOICE-OVERS
People notice immediately when subtitles or voice-overs feel unnatural. They might not know why but they notice.
I provide subtitling and voice-over work for TED Talks, corporate content, e-learning, and digital media where flow, timing, and tone matter just as much as the words themselves
The goal is never just translation. It’s making content feel like it belongs in that language from the start.
SUBTITLES &
VOICE-OVERS
People notice immediately when subtitles or voice-overs feel unnatural. They might not know why but they notice.
I provide subtitling and voice-over work for TED Talks, corporate content, e-learning, and digital media where flow, timing, and tone matter just as much as the words themselves
The goal is never just translation. It’s making content feel like it belongs in that language from the start.
WHY CLIENTS TRUST ELLO
Academic background in Language, Literature, and Cultural Studies in Germany and Italy
Specialization in English-German translation and dialogue interpreting
4+ years of professional teaching experience across companies, embassies, and university programs
More than 1,000 learners taught, from complete beginners to advanced professionals
Proven success in preparing learners for German language exams, integration tests, and Austrian citizenship requirements
Communication workshops designed for international teams, focusing on workplace communication, intercultural collaboration, and practical real-world scenarios
Every course, workshop, and language service is tailored to the individual needs, goals, and backgrounds of each client
WORK WITH ME
Considering a collaboration or interested in learning more about working with ELLO? Please get in touch, I'd love to hear from you.
VISIT ME
@KETTENBRÜCKENGASSE 6,
1040 VIENNA
VISIT ME
@KETTENBRÜCKENGASSE 6,
1040 VIENNA
WRITE ME
@ ELENARANNINGER@GMAIL.COM
WRITE ME
@ ELENARANNINGER@GMAIL.COM
AFFILIATIONS & VALUES
AFFILIATIONS & VALUES
