A1 Idiom Neutral

Jemandem die Hand geben.

Shake someone's hand.

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Meaning

To greet or say goodbye by clasping hands.

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Cultural Background

Handshakes are firm and brief. Eye contact is mandatory. Handshakes are becoming common in business, but bowing is still the primary greeting.

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Firmness matters

Always aim for a firm, not crushing, handshake.

Meaning

To greet or say goodbye by clasping hands.

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Firmness matters

Always aim for a firm, not crushing, handshake.

Test Yourself

Complete the sentence with the correct dative form.

Ich gebe ____ (er) die Hand.

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: ihm

The verb 'geben' requires the dative case for the person receiving the object.

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Visual Learning Aids

Practice Bank

1 exercises
Complete the sentence with the correct dative form. Fill Blank A1

Ich gebe ____ (er) die Hand.

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: ihm

The verb 'geben' requires the dative case for the person receiving the object.

🎉 Score: /1

Frequently Asked Questions

1 questions

In formal settings, yes. In casual settings, it depends.

Related Phrases

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Die Hand reichen

similar

To offer a hand/help

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