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Whether you are learning German \u201cjust because\u201d or because you are planning to visit \u2014 or move to \u2014 Germany, getting familiar with some of the basics of German language is not only helpful in day-to-day life, but can also enhance your experience in a plethora of ways.<\/p>\n

In this blog post I\u2019d like to introduce you to one hundred (yes, one hundred!) German phrases and expressions that will help you navigate during your stay in Germany.<\/p>\n

From introducing yourself to new friends or colleagues to navigating public transportation or letting others know that you’re having a hard time understanding \u2014 or making yourself understood \u2014 this blog post will hopefully cover all of your linguistic travel needs!<\/p>\n

So without further ado, let\u2019s jump into one hundred German phrases and expressions that you should learn to sound like a native speaker!<\/p>\n

Introducing Yourself and Saying Hello<\/h2>\n

There are a variety of ways to introduce yourself in German or to simply say \u201chello\u201d \u2014 some of them are more formal and some of them work in pretty much any situation.<\/p>\n

These German phrases will serve as excellent \u201cice breakers\u201d, especially when you are nervous about your first ventures into speaking German with native speakers.<\/p>\n

Guten Tag!<\/strong> \u2014 Good day! <\/em><\/p>\n

\u2192 <\/em>This phrase works for pretty much any time of the day except for evenings. You can use it when entering a store, approaching a stranger to ask for directions or when talking to somebody on the phone.<\/p>\n

Guten Morgen!<\/strong> \u2014 Good morning!<\/em><\/p>\n

\u2192 <\/em>Used both in person and on the phone, this is the common, yet more formal way to greet others in the morning.<\/p>\n

Guten Abend!<\/strong> \u2014 Good evening!<\/em><\/p>\n

\u2192 This is the formal way of saying \u201cgood evening\u201d in German. Usually you\u2019d start saying \u201cGuten Abend\u201d around six o\u2019clock in the evening, but some people might use it sooner than that.<\/p>\n

You might notice that the German equivalent of the English \u201cgood afternoon<\/strong>\u201d doesn\u2019t really exist in German. Instead, you use \u201cGuten Morgen\u201d in the morning hours until approximately eleven o\u2019clock, and after that you could opt for \u201cGuten Tag\u201d.<\/p>\n

It is kind of a point of contention in Germany when to stop using \u201cGuten Morgen\u201d as well as when to start using \u201cGuten Abend\u201d, so if you want to be on the safe side, you can always opt for:<\/p>\n

Hallo!<\/strong> \u2014 Hello!<\/em><\/p>\n

\u2192 <\/em>This is a more informal way of greeting someone in German, but it can be used around any time of the day.<\/p>\n

When it comes to more informal ways of greeting, you can also simply say \u201cHi!\u201d \u2014 a widely used phrase in Germany as well.<\/p>\n

If you’d like to learn more German greetings, check out our post on saying hello in German!<\/a><\/p>\n

When being introduced to a new group of people, there are several things you might be asked, such as:<\/p>\n

Wo kommst du her?<\/strong> \u2014 Where are you from?<\/em> (informal)<\/p>\n

or<\/p>\n

Woher kommen Sie?<\/strong> \u2014 Where are you from?<\/em> (formal)<\/p>\n

In this case, you could answer with either \u2026<\/p>\n

Ich bin aus New York.<\/strong> or Ich komme aus New York. <\/strong>(for example) \u2014 I am from New York<\/em>.<\/p>\n

If you just simply want to state what country you are from, you could say:<\/p>\n

Ich komme aus Amerika\/Kanada\/Spanien.<\/strong> \u2014 I am from the US\/Canada\/Spain.<\/em><\/p>\n

You could also opt for saying:<\/p>\n

Ich bin Amerikaner\/Kanadier\/Spanier.<\/strong> \u2014 I am American\/Canadian\/Spanish.<\/em><\/p>\n

Note that this expression pertains to the guys. If you are female, the correct expression would be:<\/p>\n

Ich bin Amerikanerin\/Kanadierin\/Spanierin.<\/strong><\/p>\n

After your initial introduction, you could simply say:<\/p>\n

Freut mich, Sie kennen zu lernen<\/strong>. \u2014 Pleasure to meet you!<\/em><\/p>\n

Or if you are talking to a younger crowd or in a less formal environment simply choose:<\/p>\n

Freut mich, dich\/euch kennen zu lernen.<\/strong> \u2014 Pleasure to meet you (guys)!<\/em><\/p>\n

Wie lange lebst du schon in Stuttgart?<\/strong> \u2014 How long have you been living in Stuttgart?<\/em><\/p>\n

Leben Sie schon lange hier?<\/strong> \u2014 Have you [polite] been living here for a long time?<\/em><\/p>\n

On that note \u2026<\/p>\n

You are probably familiar with the difference between \u201cSie<\/strong>\u201d and \u201cdu<\/strong>\u201d in German \u2014 formal \u2018you<\/em>\u2019 vs. the informal, more familial \u2018you<\/em>\u2019.<\/p>\n

When in doubt, always opt for the more polite \u201cSie<\/strong>\u201d, especially if you have never met the person before.<\/p>\n

Usually, when people are comfortable using a less formal way of addressing, they will offer the following.<\/p>\n

\u201cSie k\u00f6nnen du zu mir sagen<\/strong>\u201d or \u201cDu kannst mich duzen<\/strong>\u201d, which literally translates to \u201cYou can say you to me\u201d.<\/em><\/p>\n

While this phrase might sound rather confusing and illogical to you, it makes perfect sense for German natives!<\/p>\n

Out and About \u2014 Navigating Public Transportation and Getting Around<\/h2>\n

It\u2019s no secret that Germany has an excellent public transportation system. While it is somewhat of a national tradition to complain about the trains being a) always late, b) never clean, c) too cold, or d) too hot, deep down every German appreciates the convenience of not having to use their car when trying to get somewhere.<\/p>\n

Especially if you are not used to riding on public trains and buses, navigating public transportation system can be hard at first.<\/p>\n

With these helpful German phrases, you should have no problem getting around though! Next to that, I\u2019ll be providing some other expressions that might come in handy when out and about in Germany.<\/p>\n

When Using Public Transportation<\/strong><\/h3>\n

There are various types of trains in Germany. In most cities you will find both U-Bahn<\/strong> (\u201cUntergrundbahn<\/strong>\u201d, \u2018underground train<\/em>\u2019) as well as S-Bahn<\/strong> (\u201cStadtschnellbahn<\/strong>\u201d, basically an inner-city fast train), as well as regional trains commuting between larger cities (so-called ICE Zug <\/strong>or simply ICE<\/strong>, \u201cIntercity Express\u201d) or trains commuting between different cities which aren\u2019t as fast as the ICE trains.<\/p>\n

These following German phrases might come in handy when using public trains:<\/p>\n

Mit welchem Zug\/mit welcher U-Bahn\/mit welcher S-Bahn komme ich nach Pankow?\u00a0<\/strong>\u2014 Which train\/U-Bahn\/S-Bahn do I have to take to get to Pankow?<\/em><\/p>\n

Von welchem Gleis aus f\u00e4hrt der Zug?<\/strong> \u2014 Which platform is the train leaving from?<\/em><\/p>\n

H\u00e4lt diese S-Bahn an der Haltestelle Feuersee?<\/strong> \u2014 Does this train stop at the stop \u201cFeuersee\u201d?<\/em><\/p>\n

Wann f\u00e4hrt der Zug ab?<\/strong> \u2014 When is the train departing?<\/em><\/p>\n

Ist dies der Zug\/Bus nach Esslingen?<\/strong> \u2014 Is this the train\/bus going to Esslingen?<\/em><\/p>\n

Entschuldigen Sie, f\u00e4hrt dieser Zug\/Bus nach \u2026?<\/strong> \u2014 Excuse me please, is this train\/bus going to \u2026?<\/em><\/p>\n

\u2192 <\/em>When approaching strangers to ask questions or for directions, the polite form \u201cSie<\/strong>\u201d (you<\/em>) should always be used.<\/p>\n

Wann f\u00e4hrt der n\u00e4chste Bus nach Mitte?<\/strong> \u2014 When is the next bus to Mitte leaving?<\/em><\/p>\n

\u2192 <\/em>FYI: In this case, \u201cMitte\u201d \u2014 center<\/em> \u2014 refers to a district in Berlin. If you are not referring to the district, but simply to any city center, you could say:<\/p>\n

Wann f\u00e4hrt der n\u00e4chste Bus in die Innenstadt?<\/strong> \u2014 When is the next bus to the city center leaving?<\/em><\/p>\n

Was kostet ein Ticket nach Stuttgart?<\/strong> \u2014 How much is a ticket to Stuttgart?<\/em><\/p>\n

\u2192 <\/em>The German word \u201cTicket<\/strong>\u201d (same as in English!) can be used for both bus and train tickets. If you want to be more specific, you can use the word \u201cZugticket<\/strong>\u201d (train ticket<\/em>) or \u201cBusticket<\/strong>\u201d (bus ticket<\/em>). Generally speaking though, the word \u201cTicket<\/strong>\u201d is usually enough for people to understand what you are referring to.<\/p>\n

Ich m\u00f6chte nach Prenzlauer Berg. Wie komme ich am besten dorthin?<\/strong> \u2014 I\u2019d like to go to Prenzlauer Berg. How can I get there best?<\/em><\/p>\n

Wann f\u00e4hrt der letzte Zug\/Bus nach T\u00fcbingen?<\/strong> \u2014 When is the last train\/bus to T\u00fcbingen leaving?<\/em><\/p>\n

Ein Ticket\/zwei Tickets nach Stuttgart-Vaihingen bitte.<\/strong> \u2014 One ticket\/two tickets to Stuttgart-Vaihingen, please.<\/em><\/p>\n

Exploring New Territories<\/strong><\/h3>\n

One advantage of German cities and smaller towns is that a lot of landmarks and sights can be explored by foot. To get from A to B, you don\u2019t necessarily need to use a car.<\/p>\n

Especially when in an unfamiliar area it is important to know some basics in case you need to ask for directions. I\u2019ve also included basics like asking for the time in the list below, since it\u2019s something that can be very helpful when you don\u2019t have a watch on you or your phone has run out of battery.<\/p>\n

Entschuldigen Sie, ich habe eine Frage.<\/strong> \u2014 Excuse me please, I have a question<\/em>.<\/p>\n

Wie komme ich zur Stiftskirche?<\/strong> \u2014 How do I get to the Stiftskirche?<\/em><\/p>\n

Gibt es hier in der N\u00e4he eine Touristeninformation?<\/strong> \u2014 Is there a tourist information close by?<\/em><\/p>\n

Kennen Sie einen Mietwagenverleih in der N\u00e4he?<\/strong> \u2014 Do you know of any car rental services around here?<\/em><\/p>\n

Komme ich auf diesem Weg zum Rathausplatz?<\/strong> \u2014 Is this the way to the Rathausplatz (city hall square)?<\/em><\/p>\n

K\u00f6nnten Sie mir das bitte auf der Karte zeigen?<\/strong> \u2014 Would you mind showing me this on the <\/em>map, please?<\/em><\/p>\n

Gibt es hier in der Gegend interessante Sehensw\u00fcrdigkeiten?<\/strong> \u2014 Are there any interesting sights here in the area?<\/em><\/p>\n

Wo ist der Bahnhof?<\/strong> \u2014 Where is the train station?<\/em><\/p>\n

Gibt es hier in der N\u00e4he eine \u00f6ffentliche Toilette?<\/strong> \u2014 Is there a public restroom close by?<\/em><\/p>\n

Geht es hier lang zum Museum?<\/strong> \u2014 Is it this way to get to the museum?<\/em><\/p>\n

Geht es da lang?<\/strong> \u2014 Is it in this direction?<\/em><\/p>\n

\u2192 <\/em>This is a way to ask for confirmation after you\u2019ve already asked for directions, such as to make sure you\u2019re actually going in the right direction.<\/p>\n

Ich habe mich verlaufen.<\/strong> \u2014 I am lost.<\/em><\/p>\n

\u2192 <\/em>Note: When using \u201cIch habe mich verlaufen<\/strong>\u201d it refers to being lost when walking on foot. It could literally be translated by \u201cI mis-walked\u201d. If you are driving by car and you are lost, you could say:<\/p>\n

Ich habe mich verfahren. \u2014 <\/strong>I am lost (driving a car).<\/em><\/p>\n

\u2192 <\/em>This could more or less translate to \u201cI mis-drove\u201d, and is commonly used when you\u2019ve gotten lost while driving.<\/p>\n

Wie viel Uhr ist es?<\/strong> \u2014 What time is it?<\/em><\/p>\n

When Out Shopping \u2026<\/h2>\n

Whether you\u2019re taking a stroll across the Christmas market in Germany<\/a>\u00a0looking for some souvenirs to send home to loved ones, indulging in some retail therapy, or simply want to get some grocery shopping done, knowing how to ask for certain things can certainly prove to be helpful!<\/p>\n

These German phrases should come in handy when hunting for the perfect gift to give to a friend (or to yourself) or when shopping at the supermarket.<\/p>\n

Kann ich hier auch mit Kreditkarte bezahlen?<\/strong> \u2014 Do you accept credit cards as well?<\/em><\/p>\n

Ich bin auf der Suche nach einer M\u00fctze.<\/strong> \u2014 I am looking for a (winter) hat.<\/em><\/p>\n

Haben Sie das auch in einer kleineren\/gr\u00f6\u00dferen Gr\u00f6\u00dfe?<\/strong> \u2014 Do you still have this in a smaller\/larger size?<\/em><\/p>\n

Haben Sie das auch in einer anderen Farbe?<\/strong> \u2014 Do you have this in a different color?<\/em><\/p>\n

Ich schaue mich nur um, danke.<\/strong> \u2014 I am just looking, thank you.<\/em><\/p>\n

\u2192 <\/em>This phrase comes in handy when the salesperson is a little too enthusiastic.<\/p>\n

Das steht mir leider nicht<\/strong>. \u2014 Unfortunately, this doesn\u2019t look good on me.<\/em><\/p>\n

K\u00f6nnten Sie das bitte f\u00fcr mich zur\u00fccklegen?<\/strong> \u2014 Could you please put this on hold for me? <\/em><\/p>\n

Danke, ich suche erst einmal noch weiter<\/strong>. \u2014 Thanks, but for now I\u2019ll keep looking<\/em>.<\/p>\n

Wie viel kostet ein halbes Kilo Kartoffeln?<\/strong> \u2014 How much is half a kilogram of potatoes?<\/em><\/p>\n

Ich h\u00e4tte gerne vier Laugenbr\u00f6tchen.<\/strong> \u2014 I\u2019d like four pretzel rolls, please.<\/em><\/p>\n

Nein, das ist alles, danke.<\/strong> \u2014 No, thanks, that\u2019s all for today.<\/em><\/p>\n

\u2192 <\/em>Usually this is the answer to the question \u201cDarf es noch etwas sein?<\/strong>\u201d (Is there anything else you need?<\/em>)<\/p>\n

Einen Moment bitte.<\/strong> \u2014 Just a moment please.<\/em><\/p>\n

Nein, danke.<\/strong> \u2014 No, thank you.<\/em><\/p>\n

Ja, bitte!<\/strong> \u2014 Yes, please!<\/em><\/p>\n

Danke, aber ich w\u00fcrde mich gerne noch ein bisschen umsehen.<\/strong> \u2014 Thank you, but I\u2019d like to look around a bit more.<\/em><\/p>\n

\u2192 <\/em>This phrase can be used when you actually want to shop around for something some more before making a final decision, but it also can be used when a salesperson is being a little too pushy, essentially giving a subtle hint you\u2019re not intending to buy anything there (without bluntly stating that). Most sellers will get the hint when you state that you\u2019d \u201clike to look around some more\u201d.<\/p>\n

When Going Out To Eat<\/h2>\n

Germany offers a variety of different restaurants and street food \u2014 from fine dining to your local D\u00f6ner Kebap<\/em> shop (which I highly recommend you give a try!), there are plenty of delicious treats to discover.<\/p>\n

In this section, you\u2019ll find useful German phrases for making a reservation at a restaurant as well as very specific German expressions that you can use when ordering food.<\/p>\n

At a Restaurant<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Haben Sie bereits ge\u00f6ffnet?<\/strong> \u2014 Are you open yet?<\/em><\/p>\n

\u2192 <\/em>Some restaurants in Germany open their doors well after twelve o\u2019clock noon (depending on if they serve dinner rather than lunch), so sometimes it is good to ask whether the establishment is open yet.<\/p>\n

Ich w\u00fcrde gerne einen Tisch f\u00fcr zwei Personen f\u00fcr heute um sechs Uhr reservieren.<\/strong> \u2014 I\u2019d like to reserve a table for two at six o\u2019clock today.<\/em><\/p>\n

\u2192 <\/em>This would usually be said when making a phone call, but can also be used in person.<\/p>\n

Ich h\u00e4tte gerne einen Tisch f\u00fcr eine Person, bitte.<\/strong> \u2014 I\u2019d like a table for one, please. <\/em><\/p>\n

Ich\/wir h\u00e4tten gerne einen Tisch f\u00fcr zwei\/drei\/vier Personen bitte.<\/strong> \u2014 I\u2019d like\/we\u2019d like a table for two\/three\/four, please. <\/em><\/p>\n

Wie lange ist die Wartezeit f\u00fcr einen Tisch?<\/strong> \u2014 How long would we have to wait for a table? <\/em><\/p>\n

Haben Sie eine Speisekarte auf Englisch? <\/strong>\u2014 Do you have a menu in English?<\/em><\/p>\n

Haben Sie auch eine Kinderkarte?<\/strong> \u2014 Do you have a children\u2019s menu as well?<\/em><\/p>\n

Was k\u00f6nnen Sie empfehlen?<\/strong> \u2014 What can you recommend?<\/em><\/p>\n

\u2192 <\/em>If you want to be a bit more specific, you can also say:<\/p>\n

Welches Gericht k\u00f6nnen Sie empfehlen?<\/strong> \u2014 Which dish can you recommend? <\/em><\/p>\n

Welchen Wein w\u00fcrden Sie dazu empfehlen?<\/strong> \u2014 Which wine would you recommend with this dish? <\/em><\/p>\n

Haben Sie auch Spezialit\u00e4ten aus der Region? <\/strong>\u2014 Do you offer regional specialties as well? <\/em><\/p>\n

Ein kleines Bier, bitte.<\/strong> \u2014 A small beer, please.<\/em><\/p>\n

Ein gro\u00dfes Bier, bitte.<\/strong> \u2014 A large beer, please<\/em>.<\/p>\n

Haben Sie eine Dessertkarte?<\/strong> \u2014 Do you have a dessert menu?<\/em><\/p>\n

Ich h\u00e4tte gerne die Rechnung.<\/strong> \u2014 I\u2019d like the check, please.<\/em><\/p>\n

\u2192 <\/em>Alternatively, you can say:<\/p>\n

Ich\/wir w\u00fcrde\/w\u00fcrden gerne bezahlen.<\/strong> \u2014 I\/we would like to pay, please.<\/em><\/p>\n

Please note: While in the US the check is always brought to your table, in Germany you have to request the check when eating at a restaurant. Otherwise, the staff will just assume that you\u2019d like to stay a little bit longer, and won\u2019t bother you at all.<\/p>\n

If you need the waiter\u2019s or the waitress\u2019 attention, usually signing with your hand or your finger (by simply lifting it up in the air) is enough to get somebody\u2019s attention.<\/p>\n

German Street food<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Germany offers a variety of delicious treats that can be purchased at either permanent booths in towns and cities or at smaller shops, which usually aren\u2019t as full as restaurants, but offer food to go and takeout\/deliveries to your home.<\/p>\n

There are a couple of phrases or expressions that aren\u2019t necessarily \u201cproper\u201d high German but often coined in dialects, yet they still come in extremely handy when ordering food on the go.<\/p>\n

Ich h\u00e4tte gerne eine Pommes rot-wei\u00df<\/strong>. \u2014 I\u2019d like one portion of fries red and white, please<\/em>.<\/p>\n

\u2192 <\/em>\u201cPommes\u201d (short for pommes frites<\/em>, which is French for \u201cfrench fries\u201d) is the casual term for fries in Germany. Rot-wei\u00df <\/strong>(\u2018red-white<\/em>\u2019) stands for a way of topping the fries with both a heaping amount of ketchup and mayonnaise. It\u2019s a delicious snack oftentimes served at (outdoor) pools and parks, although it\u2019s definitely not for those watching their calorie intake.<\/p>\n

Einen D\u00f6ner \u201cmit scharf\u201d, bitte<\/strong>. \u2014 One D\u00f6ner Kebap \u201cwith spicy\u201d, please<\/em>.<\/p>\n

\u2192 <\/em>Before I even go into the details: be aware that in terms of grammar and vocabulary, this sentence is not correct whatsoever<\/em>.<\/p>\n

Yet if using it at one of the D\u00f6ner shops in Germany, everyone will understand what you mean: you do want the spicy red chili flakes on top that make this already pretty delicious treat even better.<\/p>\n

Ein D\u00f6ner mit allem, bitte<\/strong>. \u2014 One D\u00f6ner with everything, please<\/em>.<\/p>\n

\u2192 <\/em>A pretty common modification of this phrase is to simply say \u201cmit alles<\/strong>\u201d (with everything<\/em>) \u2014 this is also very much grammatically wrong, but the expression is sort of a cult classic in Germany, hence many people keep using it.<\/p>\n

Zum mitnehmen, bitte<\/strong>. \u2014 To go, please<\/em>.<\/p>\n

Zum hier essen, bitte<\/strong>. \u2014 For here, please.<\/em><\/p>\n

Bieten Sie auch Gerichte zum Mitnehmen an?<\/strong> \u2014 Do you offer takeaway meals as well?<\/em><\/p>\n

Dealing with Emergencies<\/h2>\n

I really do hope that you will not run into any unpleasant situations in Germany \u2014 whether this might be getting sick and having to go to the doctor or the hospital, having to call the police or requesting an ambulance.<\/p>\n

In this case, however, I think the rule \u201cbetter safe than sorry<\/em>\u201d applies all too well.<\/p>\n

The following German phrases are vital for any trip abroad \u2014 no matter if it\u2019s a short vacation or a long-term stay.<\/p>\n

Below you can find the most important German expressions that you might need when dealing with an emergency.<\/p>\n

K\u00f6nnen Sie mir bitte helfen?<\/strong> \u2014 Can you help me, please?<\/em><\/p>\n

Haben Sie ein Handy? Ich brauche einen Krankenwagen.<\/strong> \u2014 Do you have a cell phone? I need an ambulance.<\/em><\/p>\n

Rufen Sie bitte einen Krankenwagen.<\/strong> \u2014 Please call an ambulance<\/em>.<\/p>\n

Ich hatte einen Fahrradunfall\/Autounfall.<\/strong> \u2014 I had a bicycle\/car accident.<\/em><\/p>\n

Ich brauche\/wir brauchen einen Arzt.<\/strong> \u2014 I need\/we need a doctor.<\/em> (Or: I\/we need to see a doctor<\/em>.)<\/p>\n

Ich bin verletzt<\/strong>. \u2014 I am hurt\/injured<\/em>.<\/p>\n

Gibt es hier in der N\u00e4he ein Krankenhaus?<\/strong> \u2014 Is there a hospital close by?<\/em><\/p>\n

Bitte fahren Sie mich zum n\u00e4chsten Krankenhaus. <\/strong>\u2014 Please drive me to the nearest hospital.<\/em><\/p>\n

\u2192 <\/em>This phrase would be commonly used when speaking to a taxi drive or sitting in a cab.<\/p>\n

Kennen Sie einen guten Hausarzt?<\/strong> \u2014 Do you know any good family physicians?<\/em><\/p>\n

Gibt es hier in der N\u00e4he einen Kinderarzt?<\/strong> \u2014 Is there a pediatrician\u2019s office close by?<\/em><\/p>\n

Es geht mir nicht gut.<\/strong> \u2014 I don\u2019t feel well<\/em>.<\/p>\n

Ich habe eine Grippe<\/strong>. \u2014 I have the flu.<\/em><\/p>\n

Ich habe starke Kopfschmerzen\/eine starke Migr\u00e4ne<\/strong>. \u2014 I have a very bad headache\/a bad migraine<\/em>.<\/p>\n

Ich glaube, ich habe mir etwas gebrochen<\/strong>. \u2014 I think I have broken something<\/em>.<\/p>\n

Es tut mir hier weh<\/strong>. \u2014 It hurts here<\/em>.<\/p>\n

\u2192 <\/em>This is commonly used when pointing at the respective body part.<\/p>\n

Ich bin auf der Suche nach einer Apotheke<\/strong>. \u2014 I am looking for a pharmacy<\/em>.<\/p>\n

Haben Sie auch etwas, das ich ohne Rezept bekomme?<\/strong> \u2014 Do you have anything that I won\u2019t need a prescription for?<\/em><\/p>\n

Er\/Sie braucht Medikamente<\/strong>. \u2014 He\/she needs medication<\/em>.<\/p>\n

Bitte rufen Sie die Polizei<\/strong>. \u2014 Please call the police<\/em>.<\/p>\n

Gibt es hier in der N\u00e4he eine Polizeistation?<\/strong> \u2014 Is there a police department in the vicinity?<\/em><\/p>\n

Ich bin bestohlen worden<\/strong>. \u2014 I was mugged<\/em>.<\/p>\n

In meinem Hotelzimmer wurde eingebrochen<\/strong>. \u2014 My hotel room was broken into<\/em>.<\/p>\n

Mein Auto wurde aufgebrochen<\/strong>. \u2014 My car was broken into<\/em>.<\/p>\n

Ich bin unschuldig!<\/strong> \u2014 I am innocent!<\/em><\/p>\n

( \u2192 <\/em>In all seriousness though: I hope you will not need this one.)<\/p>\n

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As I’ve already mentioned, I really do hope you won\u2019t have to make use of any of the German phrases in the last section of this post.<\/p>\n

Other than that, I hope these examples will come in handy when traveling through Germany and communicating with native speakers of German!<\/p>\n

Viel Erfolg<\/em> and until next time!<\/p>\n

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Challenge yourself with Clozemaster<\/h2>\n

Test your skills and see what you\u2019ve learned from this article by playing a selection of sentences with useful German phrases and expressions.<\/strong><\/p>\n