English–German

“say hello to” in German

German

Pronunciation

IPA/ˈgʁyːsən/

Example

Ich grüße dich.

I say hello to you.

Illustration for grüßen (say hello to)

How to say “say hello to” in German

“Say hello to” in German is grüßen.

A greeting reaches another person directly or carries friendly regards from someone absent.

Full entry for grüßen: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with grüßen

Er grüßt den Gastgeber per Handschlag.

He greets the host with a handshake.

Tips for using grüßen

  • Grüß Gott is a regional greeting formula, especially in southern German-speaking areas, and does not simply mean a religious salute in every use.

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