10 essential German phrases for giving compliments
Master the art of German compliments! Learn phrases to praise people's style, skills, and personality.
Compliments are a fantastic way to build rapport and show appreciation in German culture. Whether you're praising someone's outfit, their culinary skills, or their personality, knowing how to express admiration can go a long way. These phrases are designed for everyday situations, from casual meetings with friends to more formal interactions. Learning them will not only help you communicate more effectively but also make your German sound more natural and engaging.
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.
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Learn the first set, listen out loud, then move into the full list below.
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Words 1–10
- Du siehst toll aus!doo zayst tohl owsYou look great!
- Das steht dir sehr gut.dahs shtayt deer zayr gootThat suits you very well.
- Ich mag deine Frisur.ish mahg dy-neh fri-ZOORI like your hairstyle.
- Du bist sehr nett.doo bist zayr netYou are very kind.
- Das hast du gut gemacht.dahs hahst doo goot ge-MAHKTYou did that well.
- Du bist ein guter Koch / eine gute Köchin.doo bist ayn GOO-ter kohk / y-neh GOO-teh KØ-khinYou are a good cook (m/f).
- Das Essen ist köstlich!dahs ES-en ist KØST-likhThe food is delicious!
- Ich bewundere deine Energie.ish be-VOON-de-reh dy-neh e-ner-GEEI admire your energy.
- Du hast ein großes Herz.doo hahst ayn GROH-ses hairtsYou have a big heart.
- Es ist schön, dich kennenzulernen.es ist shøhn, dish KEN-en-tsoo-lair-nenIt's nice to meet you.
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