German · A0 · Vocabulary · 3–5 min
Eight first-meeting choices: greet, give your name, choose the right register, and say goodbye.
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Good day, my name is Mia.
‘Ich heiße’ is the simple A0 way to give your name. ‘Freut mich’ comes after the introduction.
Say thisGuten Tag, ich heiße Mia.
MeaningGood day, my name is Mia.
When to use itStart the conversation naturally.
Say thisWie heißen Sie?
MeaningWhat is your name? (formal)
When to use itAdd the detail the other person needs.
Say thisFreut mich.
MeaningNice to meet you.
When to use itFinish with a clear, polite line.
| Say this | Meaning | When to use it |
|---|---|---|
| Guten Tag, ich heiße Mia. | Good day, my name is Mia. | Start the conversation naturally. |
| Wie heißen Sie? | What is your name? (formal) | Add the detail the other person needs. |
| Freut mich. | Nice to meet you. | Finish with a clear, polite line. |
Say hello, give your name, and reply politely when you meet someone new.
Guten Tag, ich heiße Mia.
Good day, my name is Mia.
Start the conversation naturally.
Wie heißen Sie?
What is your name? (formal)
Add the detail the other person needs.
Freut mich.
Nice to meet you.
Finish with a clear, polite line.