20 Essential Holiday Phrases in German
Are you planning a trip to Germany for the UEFA Euro 2024? Or, perhaps you are looking to visit Berlin, Vienna or the Bavarian Alps. If you are planning to go on holidays to a Germany-speaking country, learning a few essential phrases is key. German is the official language of 6 different countries across Europe including Austria and Switzerland. Learning a few phrases in German can make a long way and locals will appreciate your efforts. Before you next trip or match, learn some of these 20 essential holiday phrases in German.
Holiday Phrases in German:
| English | German |
|---|---|
| Hello | Hallo |
| Please | Bitte |
| Goodbye | Auf Wiedersehen/ Tschüss (informal) |
| Thank you | Danke |
| Yes | Ja |
| No | Nein |
| Excuse me / Sorry | Entschuldigung |
| My name is … | Ich heisse … |
| What is your name? | Wie heissen Sie? |
| Nice to meet you | Schön Sie kennenzulernen |
| Where do you come from? | Woher kommen Sie? |
| I came from … | Ich komme aus … |
| How are you? | Wie geht es Ihnen? |
| Where is …? | Wo ist …? |
| I would like … | Ich möchte … |
| How much is that? | Wieviel kostet das? |
| How do I get to …? | Wie komme ich zum (m/n)/zur(f) …? |
| I don’t understand | Ich vestehe nicht |
| I’m sorry, I don’t speak German | Es tut mir leid, ich spreche kein Deutsch |
| Do you speak English? | Sprechen Sie Englisch? |
Learning these 20 essential German travel phrases will enhance your travel experience. Will not only make your trip smoother but also show your respect for the local culture and language.
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