What are the most common phrases for beginners in German

Here are some of the most common beginner phrases in German:

• Hallo – Hello
• Guten Morgen – Good morning
• Guten Tag – Good day
• Wie geht’s? – How are you?
• Mir geht’s gut, danke. – I am fine, thank you.
• Bitte – Please / You’re welcome
• Danke – Thank you
• Entschuldigung – Excuse me / Sorry
• Ja – Yes
• Nein – No
• Ich heiße… – My name is…
• Wie heißen Sie? – What is your name? (formal)
• Sprechen Sie Englisch? – Do you speak English?
• Ich verstehe nicht – I don’t understand
• Können Sie das bitte wiederholen? – Can you please repeat that?
• Wo ist die Toilette? – Where is the bathroom?

These phrases cover basic greetings, polite expressions, introductions, and common questions useful for beginners communicating in German.

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