How do you say "I would like to reserve a table." in German?

"I would like to reserve a table." in German is "Ich möchte einen Tisch reservieren.". This phrase is commonly used in Germany.

What does "Ich möchte einen Tisch reservieren." mean in English?

"Ich möchte einen Tisch reservieren." means "I would like to reserve a table." in English. Usage tip: Combining 'Ich möchte' with an infinitive verb.

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How to Say ‘I would like to reserve a table.’ in German

Ich möchte einen Tisch reservieren.

ihKH MERkH-te AY-nen tish reh-ZAIR-vee-ren

[ihKH MERkH-te AY-nen tish reh-ZAIR-vee-ren]

💬 Usage Tip: Combining 'Ich möchte' with an infinitive verb.

🇩🇪 In Germany: Consider making reservations early, especially for popular spots.

Phrase Breakdown

Ich möchte

ihKH MERkH-te

Words in this phrase

Ich

[ihKH]

Refers to oneself as the speaker.

Example

Ich hoffe, dass er kommt.

I hope that he comes.

möchte

[MERkH-te]

would like

Expresses a desire or wish.

Example

Ich möchte ein Buch kaufen.

I would like to buy a book.

Einen Tisch reservieren.

AY-nen tish reh-ZAIR-vee-ren

Words in this phrase

einen

[AY-nen]

Indefinite article used before a masculine noun.

Example

Ich brauche einen Stift.

I need a pen.

Tisch

[tish]

Table

A piece of furniture with a flat top and one or more legs.

Example

Der Tisch ist groß.

The table is large.

reservieren

[reh-ZAIR-vee-ren]

reserve

To set aside or book in advance.

Example

Ich möchte einen Tisch reservieren.

I would like to reserve a table.

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