Top 10 German Words You Need to Know

Starting your German learning journey? Here are 10 essential words that will help you communicate in everyday situations.

1. Hallo (Hello) The most basic greeting to start any conversation.

2. Danke (Thank You) Always important to express gratitude in any language.

3. Bitte (Please/You're Welcome) Use this for both requesting and responding politely.

4. Ja/Nein (Yes/No) The most fundamental affirmative and negative responses.

5. Guten Morgen (Good Morning) A polite way to greet people in the morning.

6. Entschuldigung (Excuse Me/Sorry) Essential for apologizing or getting attention.

7. Wie geht es dir? (How are you?) A common greeting to show interest in someone's wellbeing.

8. Ich heiße... (My name is...) Introduce yourself with confidence.

9. Wo ist das WC? (Where is the bathroom?) A practical phrase for travelers.

10. Ich liebe Deutschland (I love Germany) Express your enthusiasm for the language and culture.

These foundational words will help you break the ice and start meaningful conversations in German.