10 essential German phrases for asking for directions
Never get lost again! Learn these 10 German phrases to confidently ask for directions in any German-speaking city.
Navigating a new city can be daunting, but knowing a few key phrases can make all the difference. Whether you're looking for a specific landmark, a train station, or simply your hotel, being able to ask for help in German will smooth your journey. These phrases are designed to be polite and effective, suitable for approaching strangers on the street, in shops, or at information desks. Mastering them will not only help you find your way but also boost your confidence and allow for more meaningful interactions.
What this lesson covers
Core German words for everyday conversation.
English meanings, pronunciation hints, and tap-to-hear audio.
A quick flashcard flow and quiz to make the words stick.
Start with these key words
Learn the first set, listen out loud, then move into the full list below.
Flashcards
Practice quiz
Full vocabulary list
Words 1–10
- Entschuldigung!ent-SHOOL-dee-goongExcuse me!
- Wo ist...?vo istWhere is...?
- Wo ist der Bahnhof?vo ist dehr BAH-hohfWhere is the train station?
- Wo ist die nächste U-Bahn-Station?vo ist dee NEKH-steh OO-bahn-shtat-SYOHNWhere is the nearest subway station?
- Wie komme ich zu...?vee KOM-meh ikh tsooHow do I get to...?
- Können Sie mir bitte helfen?KUH-nen zee meer BIT-teh HEL-fenCan you please help me?
- Ist es weit von hier?ist es VITE fon heerIs it far from here?
- Links abbiegen.links AB-bee-genTurn left.
- Rechts abbiegen.rekhṭs AB-bee-genTurn right.
- Geradeaus gehen.geh-RAH-de-OWS GAY-enGo straight ahead.
Learn this for real with SPEAKZY
Full lessons, audio, streaks, leaderboards — free to start.