Learn: German Greetings and Introductions

Welcome!Today we'll learn about German greetings and introductions. This is an important topic for everyday interactions in German-speaking countries. Let's begin!

Why are greetings important?Greetings are the first step in starting a conversation. In German-speaking countries, using the correct greeting is a sign of respect and politeness. Different greetings are used depending on the time of day and the level of formality.

Common Greetings in GermanHere are some essential German greetings you need to know:Hallo — Hello (Informal)Guten Morgen — Good morning (Formal/Polite)Guten Tag — Good day (Formal/Polite)Tschüss — Goodbye (Informal)Auf Wiedersehen — Goodbye (Formal/Polite)

Introducing Yourself in GermanWhen meeting someone for the first time, you can use introductions to share your name and ask theirs. Here are some key phrases:Wie heißt du? — What's your name? (Informal)Wie heißen Sie? — What's your name? (Formal)Ich heiße... — My name is...

Asking 'How are you?' in GermanTo ask someone how they are, you can say:Wie geht es dir? — How are you? (Informal)Wie geht es Ihnen? — How are you? (Formal)When responding, you can say:Mir geht es gut — I'm well.Mir geht es nicht so gut — I'm not so well.

Politeness and FormalityIn German culture, politeness and formality are important, especially when addressing strangers or elders. Use Sie for formal conversations and du for casual, informal interactions with friends or family.

Review Time!Great work so far! You've learned about greetings, introductions, and formal and informal ways of speaking in German. Let's test your understanding with a few questions.