How to Say ‘This is Emily Smith.’ in German
Hier ist Emily Smith .
heer ist
[heer ist]
🇩🇪 In Germany: On the phone, Germans give their full name straight away, often surname included. Starting with just a first name sounds vague in a formal call.
Phrase Breakdown
Hier ist
heer ist
This is / Here is
The standard way to say who you are on the phone. 'Hier' sounds like 'heer'.
Hallo, hier ist Anna.
Hello, this is Anna.
Words in this phrase
Hier
[heer]
here
Refers to this place, such as the current event or location.
Es ist gut, hier neue Leute kennenzulernen.
It is good to meet new people here.
ist
[ist]
is
A form of the verb 'sein' used for singular subjects.
Für viele Bewerber Ist ein gutes Teamklima entscheidend.
For many applicants, a good team climate is crucial.
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