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Hello
A common German greeting.
Good morning
A greeting used in the morning.
Good day
A formal greeting used during the day.
Good evening
A greeting used in the evening.
Goodbye
A formal farewell.
Bye
A casual farewell.
Please / You are welcome
Used to make polite requests; also used as a response to thank you.
Thank you
An expression of gratitude.
Excuse me / Sorry
Used to apologize or get attention.
I'm sorry
An expression of sincere apology.
How are you? (formal)
A formal inquiry about wellbeing.
Good / Well
Used to indicate wellbeing or quality.
Yes
An affirmative reply.
No
A negative reply.
I don't understand
An expression of incomprehension.
Can you repeat that?
A polite request to repeat something.
What is your name? (formal)
A formal question asking for a name.
Nice to meet you
An expression used when meeting someone.
One
The number one.
Two
The number two.
Three
The number three.
Ten
The number ten.
Twenty
The number twenty.
One hundred
The number one hundred.
One thousand
The number one thousand.
Today
On this present day.
Tomorrow / Morning
The day after today; also means morning.
Yesterday
The day before today.
Clock / Watch / O'clock
A device that measures time; used in telling the time.
Hour
A unit of time equal to 60 minutes.
Minute
A unit of time equal to 60 seconds.
Week
A period of seven days.
Month
One of the twelve periods of a year.
Year
A period of twelve months.
Monday
The first day of the working week.
Day
A period of twenty-four hours.
Mother
A female parent.
Father
A male parent.
Brother
A male sibling.
Sister
A female sibling.
Son
A male child.
Daughter
A female child.
Grandfather
The father of one's parent.
Grandmother
The mother of one's parent.
Husband
A married male partner.
Wife
A married female partner.
Friend / Boyfriend
A male friend; also a boyfriend.
Friend / Girlfriend
A female friend; also a girlfriend.
Child
A young person.
Person / Human being
A human being.
Neighbour
A person living nearby.
Family
A group of people related by blood or marriage.
Uncle
The brother of one's parent.
Aunt
The sister of one's parent.
Water
A clear liquid essential for life.
Milk
A white liquid produced by mammals.
Coffee
A popular hot drink made from roasted beans.
Tea
A hot drink made from tea leaves.
Bread
A staple food made from flour and water.
Meat
The flesh of an animal used as food.
Chicken
The meat of a domestic fowl.
Vegetables
Edible plants used as food.
Fruit
Edible produce of plants.
Breakfast
The first meal of the day.
Lunch
The midday meal.
Dinner
The evening meal.
Restaurant
A place serving meals to customers.
Menu
A list of dishes available at a restaurant.
Cheese
A food made from pressed milk curds.
Soup
A liquid dish made by boiling ingredients.
Beer
An alcoholic drink made from fermented grains.
Wine
An alcoholic drink made from grapes.
Sugar
A sweet crystalline substance.
Salt
A white mineral used to season food.
City / Town
A large urban area.
Village
A small rural settlement.
Airport
A place for aircraft to land and take off.
Aeroplane
A powered flying vehicle.
Hotel
An establishment providing accommodation.
Street / Road
A public road in a town.
Train station
A place where trains stop for passengers.
Train
A vehicle running on railway tracks.
Bus
A large vehicle for transporting passengers.
Beach
A sandy shore near the sea.
Sea / Ocean
A large body of salt water.
Mountain
A large natural elevation of land.
Passport
An official travel document.
Map / Card
A diagram of an area; also a card.
Museum
A building housing historical items.
Shop
A place where goods are sold.
Forest
A large area covered with trees.
Tree
A tall woody plant with a trunk.
Flower
The coloured part of a plant.
River
A natural stream of water.
Lake
A large inland body of water.
Sky / Heaven
The space above the earth.
Sun
The star at the centre of the solar system.
Moon
The earth's natural satellite.
Rain
Water falling from clouds.
Weather
The state of the atmosphere.
Snow
Frozen water crystals falling from clouds.
Dog
A domesticated animal kept as a pet.
Cat
A small domesticated animal kept as a pet.
Head
The upper part of the body.
Face
The front part of the head.
Eye
An organ of sight.
Mouth
The opening used for eating and speaking.
Hand
The end part of the arm.
Foot
The part of the leg below the ankle.
Heart
The organ that pumps blood.
Doctor
A qualified medical practitioner.
Hospital
An institution providing medical treatment.
Medicine
A substance used to treat illness.
Pain
A feeling of discomfort.
Tired
Feeling in need of sleep or rest.
Healthy
In good physical condition.
Work / Job
Activity requiring effort; a paid occupation.
Office
A room used for professional work.
Company
A business organisation.
Boss / Manager
A person who manages workers.
Meeting
A gathering for discussion.
Money
A medium of exchange.
Bank
A financial institution.
Price
The cost of something.
Computer
An electronic data processing device.
Internet
A global network of computers.
Telephone
A device for voice communication.
School
An institution for education.
University
A higher education institution.
Education
The process of learning and teaching.
Culture
The customs, arts and achievements of a society.
Tradition
A custom passed down through generations.
Festival / Party
A celebration or festive event.
Music
Sounds organized into a harmonious arrangement.
Dance
Rhythmic movement to music.
Language
A system of communication.
Sport
Physical activity for exercise or competition.
Football / Soccer
A popular team sport.
Book
A written or printed work.
Film / Movie
A recorded story shown on screen.
History / Story
Past events; also a narrative.
Society
A community of people sharing common values.
To be
The fundamental verb of existence.
To have
To possess or own.
To go
To move from one place to another.
To come
To move towards the speaker.
To do / To make
To perform or create something.
To speak
To use words to communicate.
To hear / To listen
To perceive sound.
To see
To perceive with the eyes.
To eat
To consume food.
To drink
To consume liquid.
To sleep
To rest in an unconscious state.
To walk / To run
To move on foot; to run.
To read
To look at and understand written text.
To write
To form letters and words.
To buy
To obtain by paying money.
To work
To perform a job or activity.
To learn / To study
To acquire knowledge or skills.
To help
To assist someone.
To know (facts)
To have knowledge about something.
To know (people/places)
To be familiar with a person or place.
To want
To desire or wish for something.
To be able to / Can
To have the ability or permission to do something.
To need
To require something as necessary.
Big / Large / Tall
Of large size or height.
Small / Little
Of less than average size.
Beautiful / Nice
Pleasing to the eye.
New
Recently made or acquired.
Old
Having existed for a long time.
Fast / Quick
Moving at high speed.
Slow
Moving at a low speed.
Warm
Having a moderate or pleasant temperature.
Cold
Having a low temperature.
Expensive
Costing a large amount.
Cheap
Low in cost.
Simple / Easy
Not difficult; plain.
Difficult
Requiring a lot of effort.
Important
Of great significance.
Interesting
Arousing curiosity or attention.
Boring
Not interesting.
What?
Used to ask about a thing.
Who?
Used to ask about a person.
Where?
Used to ask about a place.
When?
Used to ask about time.
How?
Used to ask about manner.
Why?
Used to ask for reasons.
How much / How many?
Used to ask about quantity.
Which?
Used to ask for a specific choice.
Maybe / Perhaps
Used to express uncertainty.
House
A building for living in.
Apartment / Flat
A residence within a larger building.
Kitchen
A room for cooking.
Clothing
Items worn on the body.
Shoes
Footwear for the feet.
Car
A road vehicle powered by an engine.
Key
A metal instrument for operating a lock.
Mirror
A reflective surface.
Bathroom
A room with washing facilities.
Window
An opening in a wall fitted with glass.
Door
A movable barrier for closing an entrance.
Table
A flat-topped piece of furniture.
Chair
A seat for one person with a back.
Time (of day)
The specific hour of the day.
To pay
To give money for goods or services.
Happy
Feeling or showing joy.
Sad
Feeling or showing sorrow.
Angry
Feeling or showing great displeasure.
Fear / Anxiety
An unpleasant feeling of danger.
Nervous
Easily agitated or anxious.
Love
An intense feeling of affection.
Surprised
Feeling astonishment from something unexpected.
Excited
Feeling enthusiasm and eagerness.
Calm / Quiet
Not agitated; peaceful.
Night
The period of darkness after sunset.
Evening
The end part of the day.
Always
At all times.
Never
At no time.
Here
In or at this place.
There
In or at that place.
Very
Used to emphasize an adjective or adverb.
More
A greater amount.
Less / Fewer
A smaller amount.
Left
On the left side.
Right
On the right side.
Up / Above
In a higher position.
Down / Below
In a lower position.
First
Coming before all others.
Last
Coming after all others.
Exactly / Precisely
Without error; accurately.
Correct / Right
In accordance with facts.
Wrong / Incorrect
Not in accordance with facts.
Soon / Right away
In a very short time.
Now
At the present time.
Still / Yet
Continuing until now; not yet.
Together
In company with others.
Alone
Without others; on one's own.
Of course / Naturally
As expected; certainly.
Caution / Watch out
A warning to be careful.
Attention / Warning
A call for attention or a warning.
Welcome
An expression of greeting when someone arrives.
Fresh
Newly made; not stale or old.
Delicious / Tasty
Having a pleasant taste.
Clean
Free from dirt.
Dirty
Covered in dirt or stains.
Gladly / With pleasure
Willingly; with enjoyment.
Unfortunately
Used to express regret.
Strong
Having great physical or mental power.
Weak
Lacking physical or mental strength.
Clever / Smart
Having intelligence or good judgement.