Survival Phrases
The exact phrases you need for real life abroad — with practice dialogues and audio, for every level.
Practice pronunciationHealth & Pharmacy
Doctors, pharmacies, and describing symptoms.
At the Pharmacy
Use these phrases at a German pharmacy (Apotheke) to describe your symptoms, ask for medication, and clarify dosages or prescriptions.
Making a Doctor Appointment
Use these phrases when contacting a German medical practice to register as a patient, describe symptoms, and book an appointment.
Describing Symptoms
Use these phrases when visiting a doctor or pharmacy in Germany to describe your symptoms, medical history, and treatment needs clearly.
At the Dentist
Essential German phrases for navigating a dental visit, describing tooth pain, discussing treatments, and asking about anesthesia and costs.
At the Hospital / ER
Use these phrases when arriving at a hospital emergency room in a German-speaking country to check in, explain your symptoms, and navigate triage.
At the Optician
Use these phrases when visiting an optician in a German-speaking country to get your eyes tested, choose new frames, and discuss lens options or costs.
Getting a Test or Vaccine
Use these phrases when making an appointment, getting tested, or receiving a vaccination at a German clinic, pharmacy, or test center.