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höflichpolitelyGerman word meaning

"höflich" is a A2-level German word meaning "politely". Below you can find 10 example sentences with audio to help you understand how to use it in real German conversations.

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Example Sentences

The Queue Jumper
A2Everyday Situations

The Queue Jumper

'Entschuldigen Sie, hier ist eine Schlange,' sagte sie höflich.

'Excuse me, there is a line here,' she said politely.

Splitting the Bill
A2Everyday Situations

Splitting the Bill

'Hier ist Ihre Rechnung,' sagt der Kellner höflich.

'Here is your bill,' says the waiter politely.

The Wrong Order
A2Everyday Situations

The Wrong Order

'Es tut mir leid, aber ich habe die Spaghetti Carbonara bestellt,' sagte sie höflich.

'I am sorry, but I ordered the spaghetti carbonara,' she said politely.

Travel Photography
A2Travel

Travel Photography

'Darf ich Sie fotografieren?' fragte sie höflich.

'May I take your photo?' she asked politely.

Accidentally Being Rude
A2Funny Mistakes

Accidentally Being Rude

Er zeigte ihr, wie man höflich bestellt.

He taught her the correct way to order politely.

Asking for Permission
A2Dialogue Practice

Asking for Permission

'Darf ich heute Abend auf Lisas Party gehen?' fragt Maria höflich.

'May I go to Lisa's party tonight?' Maria asks politely.

A Cultural Experience
A2Travel

A Cultural Experience

Sie bemerkte, dass alle ruhig und hoflich waren.

She noticed that everyone was quiet and polite.

Cultural Misunderstanding
B1Funny Mistakes

Cultural Misunderstanding

In Deutschland ist es jedoch höflich, allen 'Guten Appetit' zu wünschen, bevor man anfängt zu essen.

However, in Germany, it is polite to wish everyone 'Guten Appetit' before starting to eat.

Complaint at Restaurant
B1Everyday Situations

Complaint at Restaurant

'Eigentlich gibt es einige Probleme mit unserem Essen,' sagte sie höflich, aber bestimmt.

'Actually, there are some issues with our food,' she said politely but firmly.

The Conference Call
B1Work & Career

The Conference Call

'Guten Morgen, allerseits,' sagte er höflich.

'Good morning, everyone,' he said politely.

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