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Gute Nacht.
Guten Morgen.
Freut mich, Sie kennenzulernen.
What do these words mean? Stick around.
In this quick lesson, you’ll learn basic German greetings that all beginners must know.
Before we start, do you know why Germans sometimes knock on the table when they say goodbye?
Keep watching for the answer at the end.
Hallo.
"Hello."
[SLOW] Hallo.
Hallo.
"Hallo," a simple yet universal greeting, has fascinating origins. It stems from Old English and Germanic roots, where it was initially used to attract attention. Today, it's a globally recognized "hello!" What's your favorite way to say "hallo?"
Jack greets Steve at a networking event.
Jack: Hallo, wie geht es Ihnen?
Steve: Mir geht es gut, danke! Und Ihnen?
Gute Nacht.
"Goodnight."
[SLOW] Gute Nacht.
Gute Nacht.
As the stars appear, we whisper "Gute Nacht". This tender phrase has roots in ancient myths, where good night wishes are protected against darkness.
Steve and Tom say goodnight after watching a movie.
Steve: Gute Nacht. Ich hatte Spaß.
Tom: Gute Nacht. Wir sehen uns morgen.
Guten Morgen.
"Good morning."
[SLOW] Guten Morgen.
Guten Morgen.
Sunrise brings new possibilities, and with it, the warm greeting "Guten Morgen". This morning phrase has the power to awaken connections and spark meaningful conversations. What's the first thing you say to a friend when you meet in the morning?
Lotta greets her friends before heading out on a hiking trip.
Lotta: Guten Morgen, alle zusammen.
Tom: Guten Morgen! Schön, dich zu sehen.
Freut mich, Sie kennenzulernen.
"Nice to meet you."
[SLOW] Freut mich, Sie kennenzulernen.
Freut mich, Sie kennenzulernen.
The art of meeting someone new - "Freut mich, Sie kennenzulernen". It's a phrase that combines politeness and genuine interest.
Did you know that the German word "kennenlernen" literally means "to learn to know?" What do you think is the key to making a great first impression?
Finja greets a new student.
Finja: Bitte kommen Sie herein. Freut mich, Sie kennenzulernen.
Gabriel: Es freut mich auch Sie kennenzulernen. Vielen Dank.
Wie geht es dir?
"How are you?"
[SLOW] Wie geht es dir?
Wie geht es dir?
"Wie geht es dir?"— a simple question with a deep intention. It recognizes life’s ups and downs and opens the door to a genuine connection. What's the most meaningful response you've ever received to this question?
Steve greets Tom at a party.
Steve: Schön dich hier zu sehen! Wie geht es dir, Tom?
Tom: Mir geht es gut, danke! Und dir?
Auf Wiedersehen.
"Goodbye."
[SLOW] Auf Wiedersehen.
Auf Wiedersehen.
As we part ways, "Auf Wiedersehen" whispers promises of future reunions. This classic farewell carries a sense of hope and longing. How do you make goodbyes meaningful?Literally, it translates as “until we see (each other) again.”
Use “Tschüss” or “Bis bald” in casual settings, and “Auf Wiedersehen” when you want to sound polite or formal.
Jack says goodbye after meeting with Steve.
Jack: Auf Wiedersehen. Wir sehen uns wieder!
Steve: Auf jeden Fall. Pass auf dich auf!
Let's review.
You'll see the words in English and your job is to say the words in German.
Ready?
Do you remember how to say "Hello?"
Hallo.
Hallo.
And how to say "Goodnight?"
Gute Nacht.
Gute Nacht.
How about "Good morning?"
Guten Morgen.
Guten Morgen.
Do you remember how to say "Nice to meet you?"
Freut mich, Sie kennenzulernen.
Freut mich, Sie kennenzulernen.
And how to say "How are you?"
Wie geht es dir?
Wie geht es dir?
And finally, do you remember how to say "Goodbye?"
Auf Wiedersehen.
Auf Wiedersehen.
Do you know why Germans sometimes knock on the table when they say goodbye?
In Germany, especially among students and close friends, it's common to knock on the table when leaving. No one really knows how this tradition started, but it makes it easier to say goodbye to a big group. Instead of saying goodbye to each person, you just knock, and everyone else knocks back to say goodbye too!
Thanks for watching! Don't forget to practice these new words and phrases, and see you next time!

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