Meaning
Asking for the German word for something.
Cultural Background
Germans value directness. Don't worry about being too polite; just ask. Similar to Germany, but you might hear 'Wie nennt man das?' more often.
Use your hands
Always point when you ask this. It makes the context 100% clear.
Meaning
Asking for the German word for something.
Use your hands
Always point when you ask this. It makes the context 100% clear.
Test Yourself
Fill in the missing word.
Wie ___ das auf Deutsch?
The subject is 'das', which requires the 3rd person singular.
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Visual Learning Aids
Practice Bank
1 exercisesWie ___ das auf Deutsch?
The subject is 'das', which requires the 3rd person singular.
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Frequently Asked Questions
1 questionsNo, use 'Wie heißt du?' for people.
Related Phrases
Wie sagt man das?
synonymHow do you say that?