Phrases and vocabulary German
Practical phrase lists for everyday situations, with translations and usage notes.
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Asking for directions in German: streets, stations and platforms
German phrases for asking the way, understanding directions, and finding a Deutsche Bahn platform, with audio and a short dialogue.
A1Introducing yourself in German: greetings, names and small talk
Greet people, say your name, where you are from and what you do in German, and choose between du and Sie, with audio.
A1Kaffee und Kuchen: German phrases for the bakery and café
Order Brötchen at the Bäckerei, coffee and cake in a café, and learn the habit of Kaffee und Kuchen, with audio and a dialogue.
A1Ordering at a restaurant in German: menu, bill and tipping
German phrases for ordering food and drink, asking for the bill, paying by card or cash, and tipping the usual way, with audio.
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