Episode #015

How to use Sie or du - Formal and Informal German

When you address someone in German, you need to decide:
Should you use Sie (singular and plural formal) or du (singular familiar)/ ihr (plural familiar)?
All of them mean "you", but choosing the wrong option may lead to misunderstandings, so it is a good idea to be well-prepared.

Key take away: When in doubt, use "Sie" for adults.

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Find out even more about using "Sie" or "Du" in German:
📖 Click here for my blogpost: Sie or Du (English version)
📖Click here for my blogpost: Sie oder Du (German version)

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