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How to Say ‘Here, this is for you.’ in German

Hier, das ist für dich.

heer dahs ist fyr dikh

[heer dahs ist fyr dikh]

🇩🇪 In Germany: In Germany presents are usually handed over on Christmas Eve, Heiligabend "Christmas Eve", rather than on the 25th. Christmas Day itself is more for family visits and long meals.

Phrase Breakdown

Hier, das ist

heer dahs ist

here, this is

Say 'Hier' (like 'here') while handing something over, then pause briefly.

Example

Hier, das ist mein Freund.

Here, this is my friend.

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.

das

[dahs]

that; this; it

A demonstrative or pronoun used to refer to a thing, idea, or statement.

Example

Das klingt nach einer guten Arbeitsatmosphäre.

That sounds like a good working atmosphere.

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.

für dich.

fyr dikh

for you.

Informal 'you' in the accusative after 'für'. End with a soft 'ch'.

Example

Ein Geschenk für dich.

A present for you.

Words in this phrase

für

[fyr]

for

A preposition indicating purpose or destination.

Example

Das ist für dich.

This is for you.

dich

[dikh]

you

The pronoun 'dich' in accusative form.

Example

Ich habe ein Geschenk für dich.

I have a gift for you.

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