What does German language sound like to those who DON'T know the language vs those who DO know the language?

[Anonymous]

Can u explain

[DryGermanGuy]

It certainly doesn’t sound like what silly Hollywood movies want you to believe. Here is a speech from the current German chancellor, so everybody can get the correct impression:

https://youtu.be/nNDXl8gOI3Q?si=9qsU-YxRaqZp2kQ8

[DrPepper12]

It's guttural and harsh with a staccato like rhythm. It lacks lyrical quality. It sounds formal and direct

[FunkyMonkee]

Like a foreign language.

[ashikaa10]

Don't know

[Maybeyoutoo]

Too bad