How to introduce yourself in German

1. Greet

Start with a greeting. Use “Hallo” anytime, or a time-of-day greeting.

2. Give your name

Tell them your name with “Ich heiße …” (literally “I am called …”).

3. Say where you're from

Use “Ich komme aus …” followed by your country or city.

4. Be polite

Finish warmly — “Freut mich” means “nice to meet you”.

Frequently asked

How to introduce yourself in German?

Introducing yourself is the first thing you'll do in German. Here are the essential lines, with translations and native pronunciation.

How do you say "Hello" in German?

"Hello" is "Hallo" in German.

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