Meaning
To state that one is in good health.
Cultural Background
Germans are very direct about health. It is common to discuss health issues openly with colleagues. Similar to Germany, but often slightly more formal in medical settings. Very similar, but often uses 'gesund' in the context of 'fit' for outdoor activities.
Adjective endings
Remember that adjectives in the predicate position (after 'sein') never take endings.
Directness
Germans appreciate direct answers. 'Ich bin gesund' is perfectly polite.
Meaning
To state that one is in good health.
Adjective endings
Remember that adjectives in the predicate position (after 'sein') never take endings.
Directness
Germans appreciate direct answers. 'Ich bin gesund' is perfectly polite.
Test Yourself
Complete the sentence.
Ich ____ gesund.
The first-person singular of 'sein' is 'bin'.
Which is correct?
How do you say 'I am healthy'?
Use 'sein' + adjective.
Match the German to English.
Ich bin gesund -> ?
Direct translation.
Complete the dialogue.
A: Wie geht es dir? B: ____.
Appropriate response to health inquiry.
🎉 Score: /4
Visual Learning Aids
Practice Bank
4 exercisesIch ____ gesund.
The first-person singular of 'sein' is 'bin'.
How do you say 'I am healthy'?
Use 'sein' + adjective.
Match each item on the left with its pair on the right:
Direct translation.
A: Wie geht es dir? B: ____.
Appropriate response to health inquiry.
🎉 Score: /4
Frequently Asked Questions
6 questionsNo, use 'Ich bin psychisch gesund' for mental health.
It is neutral and works in all contexts.
German uses 'sein' for states of being.
Yes, it means 'I am very healthy'.
No, it is a standard, polite statement.
Say 'Ich fühle mich nicht ganz gesund'.
Related Phrases
Gesundheit!
builds onBless you!
Ich bin krank.
contrastI am sick.
Ich fühle mich wohl.
similarI feel well.
