Bitte schön (pronounced "bit-tuh shurn") is a common German phrase that means "you're welcome" or "please." It is used in a variety of situations, from thanking someone to offering them something.
Bitte schön is typically used in response to a thank you. For example, if someone says "Danke" (thank you) to you, you would reply with "Bitte schön."
Bitte schön can also be used to offer something to someone. For example, if you are offering someone a cup of coffee, you would say "Bitte schön, einen Kaffee?" (Would you like a coffee?)
There are a few variations of bitte schön that you may hear. These include:
Variation | Meaning |
---|---|
Nicht zu danken | You're welcome (literally, "no thanks") |
Gern geschehen | You're welcome (literally, "it happened gladly") |
Kein Problem | No problem |
Bitte schön is appropriate to use in most situations where you would say "you're welcome" or "please" in English. Here are a few examples:
Here are a few tips for using bitte schön correctly:
Using bitte schön can have a number of benefits, including:
Here are a few mistakes to avoid when using bitte schön:
Here are a few success stories from people who have used bitte schön effectively:
Bitte schön is a useful and versatile phrase that can help you to sound more polite and fluent in German. By using it correctly, you can build relationships with German speakers and make a positive impression.
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