Basic greetings: Common greetings

💬 A universal greeting in German, used at any time of the day.

🇩🇪 Germans appreciate a firm and friendly greeting, preferably with a handshake.

💬 This is the formal way to ask someone how they're doing. Use it with those older than you or in formal situations.

🇩🇪 It’s common to include ‘Danke’ in your response, showing politeness and gratitude.

💬 Literally translates to 'Until we see each other again.'

🇩🇪 This is a standard formal farewell and can also be used informally.

💬 Pronounced like 'nah-meh', similar to 'Namen' in a song!

🇩🇪 Germany's naming tradition often includes both a first and middle name.

💬 This is the formal way to ask someone's name.

🇩🇪 In Germany, it's expected to share or ask your last name in professional settings.

💬 Use 'ist' (meaning 'is') to connect the parts of the sentence.

🇩🇪 Germans often introduce themselves by their first and last names in formal settings.

💬 Literally means 'Pleased to meet you' and is used in formal situations.

🇩🇪 Germans tend to appreciate sincerity and directness in introductions.

💬 A cheerful way to start the day, even if you’re not a morning person.

🇩🇪 Germans are typically early risers, especially on workdays.

💬 A midday greeting after ‘Guten Morgen’ and before ‘Guten Abend’.

🇩🇪 It’s polite to greet everyone when entering a room or shop.