German Basics
What does Hallo mean?
hello
What does Wie geht's? mean?
How are you?
What is the capital city of Germany?
Berlin
What is a famous German sausage called?
Bratwurst
Which German football star plays for Bayern Munich and is famous for his dribbling and creativity?
Jamal Musiala
What does Danke mean?
thank you
What does Guten Morgen mean?
Good morning
What colours are on the German flag?
black, red and gold
What is Brezel in English?
pretzel
Which German composer wrote Für Elise?
Ludwig van Beethoven
What does Ich heiße... mean?
my name is...
What does Auf Wiedersehen mean?
Goodbye
How many countries border Germany?
9
What is Oktoberfest traditionally associated with?
Beer / Bavarian culture / festival
Which German-born scientist developed the theory of relativity?
Albert Einstein
What does Bruder mean?
brother
What does Du bist gut genug mean?
You are good enough
Name two German-speaking countries other than Germany.
Switzerland, Austria, Liechtenstein, Belgium, Luxembourg
Name two traditional German foods.
Answers can include Bratwurst, Schnitzel, Sauerkraut, Brezel, etc.
Which famous German basketball player spent his entire NBA career with the Dallas Mavericks?
Dirk Nowitzki
If someone says „Prost!“ before taking a drink, what are they saying?
Cheers!
I am 10 years old
Which famous German brothers collected and published fairy tales such as Cinderella and Rapunzel?
The Brothers Grimm
Name one traditional dance from a German-speaking country.
Schuhplattler, Waltz, Polka
Which German midfielder moved from Bayer Leverkusen to Liverpool in 2025?
Florian Wirtz