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How to Say ‘Here is my card.’ in German

Hier ist meine Karte.

heer ist migh-neh KAR-tuh

[heer ist migh-neh KAR-tuh]

🇩🇪 In Germany: Business cards are still common at German career fairs. Have some ready, and take a moment to look at the one you receive rather than pocketing it instantly.

Phrase Breakdown

Hier ist

heer ist

Here is

'Hier' sounds like 'here' with a long 'ee'. Use it when handing something over.

Example

Hier ist der Schlüssel.

Here is the key.

Words in this phrase

Hier

[heer]

here

Refers to this place, such as the current event or location.

Example

Es ist gut, hier neue Leute kennenzulernen.

It is good to meet new people here.

ist

[ist]

A form of the verb 'sein' used for singular subjects.

Example

Für viele Bewerber Ist ein gutes Teamklima entscheidend.

For many applicants, a good team climate is crucial.

meine Karte.

migh-neh KAR-tuh

my card.

'Karte' here means a business card. 'meine' sounds like 'MY-ne'.

Example

Das ist meine Karte.

That is my card.

Words in this phrase

meine

[migh-neh]

Belonging to or associated with the speaker.

Example

Ich mache meine Runden jeden Morgen.

I do my rounds every morning.

Karte

[KAR-tuh]

card

Usually means a bank card or credit card in payment situations.

Example

Meine Karte funktioniert heute nicht.

My card is not working today.

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