Beginner Phrases - A1
Learn essential German phrases for beginners and everyday conversations. These phrases will help you communicate in basic situations.
Mastering these phrases is the first step to feeling comfortable speaking German in everyday situations like greetings, asking for help, and expressing basic needs.
Practice these phrases regularly to build confidence in your German speaking skills.
Word List
| # | German | English | German Example | English Translation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Guten Tag | Good day | Guten Tag! Wie geht es Ihnen? | Good day! How are you? |
| 2 | Guten Morgen | Good morning | Guten Morgen! Wie haben Sie geschlafen? | Good morning! How did you sleep? |
| 3 | Guten Abend | Good evening | Guten Abend! Schönen Abend noch! | Good evening! Have a nice evening! |
| 4 | Gute Nacht | Good night | Gute Nacht! Schlaf gut! | Good night! Sleep well! |
| 5 | Hallo | Hello | Hallo! Wie geht es dir? | Hello! How are you? |
| 6 | Auf Wiedersehen | Goodbye | Auf Wiedersehen! Bis bald! | Goodbye! See you soon! |
| 7 | Tschüss | Bye | Tschüss! Bis morgen! | Bye! See you tomorrow! |
| 8 | Wie geht es Ihnen? | How are you? (formal) | Wie geht es Ihnen heute? | How are you today? |
| 9 | Wie geht es dir? | How are you? (informal) | Wie geht es dir heute? | How are you today? |
| 10 | Mir geht es gut | I'm fine | Mir geht es gut, danke! | I'm fine, thanks! |
| 11 | Bitte | Please/You're welcome | Bitte schön! | You're welcome! |
| 12 | Danke | Thank you | Danke schön! | Thank you very much! |
Page 2
| # | German | English | German Example | English Translation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13 | Entschuldigung | Excuse me/Sorry | Entschuldigung, wo ist die Toilette? | Excuse me, where is the bathroom? |
| 14 | Es tut mir leid | I'm sorry | Es tut mir leid, ich bin zu spät. | I'm sorry, I'm late. |
| 15 | Kein Problem | No problem | Kein Problem, das macht nichts. | No problem, that's okay. |
| 16 | Ja | Yes | Ja, das stimmt. | Yes, that's correct. |
| 17 | Nein | No | Nein, das ist falsch. | No, that's wrong. |
| 18 | Vielleicht | Maybe | Vielleicht komme ich später. | Maybe I'll come later. |
| 19 | Ich verstehe nicht | I don't understand | Entschuldigung, ich verstehe nicht. | Sorry, I don't understand. |
| 20 | Können Sie das wiederholen? | Can you repeat that? | Können Sie das bitte wiederholen? | Can you please repeat that? |
| 21 | Sprechen Sie Englisch? | Do you speak English? | Sprechen Sie Englisch? | Do you speak English? |
| 22 | Ich spreche kein Deutsch | I don't speak German | Entschuldigung, ich spreche kein Deutsch. | Sorry, I don't speak German. |
| 23 | Wo ist...? | Where is...? | Wo ist der Bahnhof? | Where is the train station? |
| 24 | Wie viel kostet das? | How much does that cost? | Wie viel kostet das? | How much does that cost? |
Page 3
| # | German | English | German Example | English Translation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 25 | Ich hätte gern... | I would like... | Ich hätte gern einen Kaffee. | I would like a coffee. |
Related Exercises
Multiple Choice
Test your vocabulary with multiple-choice questions. Switch between English → German and German → English modes.
Write the Phrase
Active recall exercise. Type the German phrase for the English translation. Handles umlauts and case variations.
Insert a Word in a Sentence
Complete sentences by choosing the correct word from multiple choice options. Practice vocabulary in context.
Frequently Asked Questions
What vocabulary is covered in this topic?
This page covers 25 essential German words for Beginner Phrases at A1 level, including common terms and phrases you'll need in real-world situations.
How should I practice these words?
Practice by reading the example sentences, using the words in context, and completing the related exercises. Regular review is key to retention.
Are there exercises available?
Yes! Check the Related Exercises section above for interactive practice activities that will help you master this vocabulary.