Even though most Germans speak very good English, it’s always good to know the basic vocabulary. Knowing how to say simple things like “Hello”, “Thank you” and “Delicious” can open doors and hearts. People will really appreciate it if you just try to say a few German words, because it shows your interest in their culture.
Essentials:
Hallo — Hello
Guten Tag – Good Day
Auf wiedersehen / tschüss — Goodbye
Danke — Thank you
Bitte — Please
Gut — Good
Ja — Yes
Nein — No
Entschuldigung — Excuse me / Sorry
Sprechen Sie Englisch? — Do you speak English?
In a Restaurant:
Ich hätte gerne — I would like…
Köstlich — Delicious
Eins — 1
Kaffee — Coffee
Zwei — 2
Drei — 3
Ich hätte gerne ein Bier — I would like one beer
Ich möchte bezahlen — I would like to pay