Language/German/Vocabulary/Introducing-Yourself
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Introduction[edit | edit source]
Welcome to the lesson "Introducing Yourself" in our "Complete 0 to A1 German Course"! In this lesson, you will learn how to introduce yourself in German and ask for personal information. Being able to introduce yourself is an essential skill in any language, as it allows you to start conversations and make connections with new people. By the end of this lesson, you will have a basic understanding of German greetings, introductions, and how to ask for personal information. So, let's get started!
Greetings in German[edit | edit source]
Before we dive into introducing ourselves, let's start with some common German greetings. Greetings are an important part of everyday communication, and knowing how to greet someone properly will help you make a good first impression. Here are some common German greetings:
- Hallo! (Hello!)
- Guten Morgen! (Good morning!)
- Guten Tag! (Good day!)
- Guten Abend! (Good evening!)
- Gute Nacht! (Good night!)
- Servus! (Hi! - used in Bavaria and Austria)
When greeting someone in German, it is common to shake hands and make direct eye contact. Germans value politeness and respect, so it is important to use the appropriate greeting depending on the time of day. Now that you know some basic greetings, let's move on to introducing yourself!
Introducing Yourself[edit | edit source]
When introducing yourself in German, there are a few key phrases and expressions that you should know. These will help you provide basic information about yourself and initiate conversations. Let's take a look at some useful phrases:
- Ich heiße [Name]. (My name is [Name].)
- Ich komme aus [Country]. (I come from [Country].)
- Ich bin [Age] Jahre alt. (I am [Age] years old.)
- Ich studiere/arbeite als [Occupation]. (I study/work as [Occupation].)
Here's an example dialogue to illustrate how these phrases can be used:
Person A: Hallo, ich heiße Lisa. Wie heißt du? (Hello, my name is Lisa. What is your name?) Person B: Hallo, Lisa. Ich heiße Max. (Hello, Lisa. My name is Max.) Person A: Schön, dich kennenzulernen, Max. Woher kommst du? (Nice to meet you, Max. Where are you from?) Person B: Ich komme aus Deutschland. Und du? (I am from Germany. And you?) Person A: Ich komme aus Kanada. Wie alt bist du? (I am from Canada. How old are you?) Person B: Ich bin 25 Jahre alt. Und du? (I am 25 years old. And you?) Person A: Ich bin 28 Jahre alt. Was studierst du oder was arbeitest du? (I am 28 years old. What do you study or what do you work as?) Person B: Ich studiere Ingenieurwissenschaften. (I study engineering.)
As you can see from the dialogue, introducing yourself in German is quite straightforward. Start by stating your name, where you come from, your age, and your occupation if applicable. Remember to listen carefully to the other person's responses and ask follow-up questions to keep the conversation going.
Asking for Personal Information[edit | edit source]
In addition to introducing yourself, it is also important to know how to ask for personal information in German. This will allow you to get to know someone better and show interest in their background. Here are some useful phrases to ask for personal information:
- Wie heißt du? (What is your name?)
- Woher kommst du? (Where are you from?)
- Wie alt bist du? (How old are you?)
- Was studierst du oder was arbeitest du? (What do you study or what do you work as?)
Let's see these phrases in action:
Person A: Hallo, wie heißt du? (Hello, what is your name?) Person B: Ich heiße Anna. (My name is Anna.) Person A: Schön, dich kennenzulernen, Anna. Woher kommst du? (Nice to meet you, Anna. Where are you from?) Person B: Ich komme aus Österreich. (I am from Austria.) Person A: Interessant! Wie alt bist du? (Interesting! How old are you?) Person B: Ich bin 30 Jahre alt. Und du? (I am 30 years old. And you?) Person A: Ich bin 27 Jahre alt. Was studierst du oder was arbeitest du? (I am 27 years old. What do you study or what do you work as?) Person B: Ich studiere Medizin. (I study medicine.)
By asking these questions, you can learn more about the person you are talking to and find common interests or topics to discuss. Remember to be attentive and show genuine interest in their responses.
Conclusion[edit | edit source]
Congratulations! You have completed the lesson "Introducing Yourself" in our "Complete 0 to A1 German Course". In this lesson, you have learned how to introduce yourself in German and ask for personal information. You now know some basic greetings, how to provide information about yourself, and how to ask for personal information from others. These skills will be invaluable as you continue your German learning journey and start conversing with native speakers. Keep practicing and building upon what you have learned in this lesson. Bis bald! (See you soon!)
Videos[edit | edit source]
Introduce yourself in German (for absolute beginners) - YouTube[edit | edit source]
Introduce yourself in German | Super Easy German (1) - YouTube[edit | edit source]
Learn German - How to Introduce Yourself in German - YouTube[edit | edit source]
Learn German A1 | How to Introduce Yourself | German Vocabulary ...[edit | edit source]
How to Introduce Yourself In German in 30 Minutes - YouTube[edit | edit source]
Sources[edit | edit source]
- How to introduce yourself in German - A good place to start learning ...
- Introduce Yourself In German: 23+ Brilliant Phrases To Learn - Ling ...
- 10 German Lines You Need for Introducing Yourself
Other Lessons[edit | edit source]
- Geography
- Shopping for Clothes
- Parts of the Body
- People in German
- Jobs
- Food and Meals
- Seasons
- Colors
- Telling Time
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