15 Ways To Thank You In German (Go Beyond “Danke”)

What do you reply after Danke?

Bitte schön (“you’re very welcome”): If someone says, “Danke schön,” you would automatically respond, “Bitte schön.” It’s saying, “You’re very welcome,” responding to their level of thanks in kind. “Bitte sehr” is another way of saying “you’re very welcome,” and is a good response to “Danke sehr.”

How do you say thank you very much in German formal?

 Danke Sehr! – Thank you very much! This is a more formal variation of Danke schön, but both expressions can be used interchangeably

Is Danke schön correct?

This basic expression of gratitude can be written in three different ways: 1. Upper case as Dankeschön, one word; 2. Two words upper case Danke and lower case schön; or 3. as two words danke schön in lower case.

How do you say hi in German?

To say “hi” in German, you can simply say “Hallo” for a casual greeting, or “Hi” which is also commonly used in informal situations.

This article focuses on the German language, a rich and historical language spoken by millions around the world. We’ll dive into the simple yet profound phrase “Danke”—the German word for thank you. Whether you’re a language enthusiast, a traveler planning to visit Germany, or someone with German friends, learning to express gratitude in German can significantly enhance your interpersonal connections.

We’ll explore various expressions of thanks, from the casual “Danke” to the more formal “Ich danke Ihnen”, and when to use them appropriately. Join us as we unlock the key to heartfelt thanks in German, enriching your linguistic toolkit and cultural understanding.