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What are some common phrases that include these essential German words

Learn Essential German Vocabulary for Beginners – A1 Level: What are some common phrases that include these essential German words
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Here are some common German phrases that include essential German words, categorized by their typical use:

Common Greetings and Basic Phrases

  • Hallo! (Hello!)
  • Guten Morgen! (Good morning!)
  • Guten Abend! (Good evening!)
  • Wie geht’s dir/Ihnen? (How are you? [informal/formal])
  • Danke (Thanks)
  • Bitte (Please / You’re welcome)
  • Tschüss! (Bye!)

Everyday Expressions

  • Ich habe Hunger/Durst. (I’m hungry/thirsty.)
  • Ich liebe dich. (I love you.)
  • Mir ist langweilig. (I’m bored.)
  • Es tut mir leid. (I’m sorry.)
  • Was kostet das? (How much does this cost?)
  • Wo ist die Toilette? (Where is the toilet?)
  • Ich brauche einen Arzt. (I need a doctor.)

Travel and Useful Questions

  • Wo ist der Eingang? (Where is the entrance?)
  • Gibt es hier einen Souvenir-Laden? (Is there a souvenir shop here?)
  • Wie spät ist es? (What time is it?)
  • Kann ich deine Telefonnummer haben? (Can I have your phone number?)
  • Ich habe mich verlaufen. (I am lost.)

Common Idiomatic Expressions

  • Der frühe Vogel fängt den Wurm. (The early bird catches the worm.)
  • Da haben wir den Salat. (Now we’re in a pickle / Everything is a mess.)
  • Es ist mir Wurst. (I don’t care. Literally, “It’s sausage to me.”)

These phrases reflect everyday usage and include essential words such as “hunger,” “bitte,” “danke,” “wo,” “ich,” and “liebe.” They are very helpful for beginners and travelers speaking German, covering greetings, basic needs, questions, and common sayings.

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