Basic German Phrases
Basic German phrases
In the table below you will find some words and phrases which can be considered as the absolute essentials of a conversation in German language, especially if you want to introduce yourself and greet someone.
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Basic Phrases
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Guten Tag [hello, good day]
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Guten Morgen [good morning]
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| Guten Abend [good evening] |
| Gute Nacht [good night] |
| Auf Wiedersehen [good bye] |
| Bitte [please] |
| Danke [thank you] |
| Ja [yes] |
| Nein [no] |
| Entschuldigung [excuse me] |
| Ich heisse … [my name is ...] |
| Ich bin Südafrikaner [I am South African] |
| Please note that in southern Germany – especially in Bavaria - Grüss Gott is preferred instead of saying “Guten Tag”. |
