How Do You Say Formal And Informal Greetings In German?
If you’re visiting a German speaking country, you want to be able to say a few things in the language of the country you are visiting. Saying hello and good-bye are polite ways to fit into the culture without having to know a lot of the language. Use these tips to say formal and informal greetings in German. Remember that the German language is more formal than the English language. Germans have an informal or casual way and a formal or polite way of greeting people. Speak formally by using the pronouns “Ihr” for you and “Sie” for she. These pronouns show respect for the person to whom you are speaking. Use the informal pronoun “Du” when speaking to a friend. Introduce yourself by saying “Ich heisse Jim” which means, “I am Jim.” Ask someone their name by asking “Wie heissen Sie?” Ask someone how they are when you meet them by saying “Wie geht es Ihnen?” which means, “How are you?” Welcome someone by saying “Willkommen,” which means welcome. Add the place you are welcoming them to be mo
