How to Say ‘Feel free to sit down.’ in German
Setz dich gern.
zets dikh gehrn
[zets dikh gehrn]
💬 Usage Tip: [setz dich] is the informal command form of [sich setzen]. With this kind of verb, the little word often stays attached: compare [setz dich] and [setz dich bitte hin].
🇩🇪 In Germany: This is friendly and direct, so it fits if you're already on [du] terms or the vibe is clearly casual. With a stranger, Germans more often keep it softer with something like [Ja, klar] and let you decide.
Phrase Breakdown
Setz
[zets]
sit
Short for 'setz dich,' an informal command telling someone to sit down.
Setz dich gern.
Have a seat.
dich
[dikh]
yourself
Used with reflexive verbs; here it is part of 'setz dich' meaning 'sit down.'
Setz dich gern.
Have a seat.
gern
[gehrn]
gladly
Adds warmth and friendliness, like saying 'feel free' or 'please do.'
Setz dich gern.
Have a seat, gladly.
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