Survival Phrases
The exact phrases you need for real life abroad — with practice dialogues and audio, for every level.
Practice pronunciationGreetings & Socializing
Meeting people, small talk, and everyday politeness.
Greetings & Introductions
Use these essential phrases to greet people, introduce yourself and others, and start friendly conversations when meeting someone for the first time.
Making Small Talk
Use these phrases for light, everyday small talk with colleagues, neighbors, or acquaintances.
Saying Goodbye
Use these phrases to wrap up conversations, leave smoothly, and say goodbye in everyday social and practical situations.
Thanking & Apologizing
Use these phrases to express gratitude, respond gracefully, apologize for everyday mishaps, and politely ask to pass or interrupt people.
Invitations & Making Plans
Use these phrases to invite friends or colleagues out, negotiate a time and place, and confirm your social plans in German.
Congratulations & Celebrations
Use these phrases to congratulate friends, colleagues, and family on birthdays, weddings, exams, and exciting personal milestones.
Talking About Family
Use these phrases when chatting with coworkers, neighbors, or acquaintances about your family background, marital status, and home life.
Saying No Politely
Use these phrases to politely decline invitations or offers, explain your reasons simply, and suggest alternative plans in everyday German.