馃嚛馃嚜 German phrases

How to Say "Get well soon" in German

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
Gute Besserung
"Get well soon" in German 路 say it like goo-teh beh-soo-rung

The most natural way to say "Get well soon" in German is Gute Besserung. Tap the speaker above to hear it, then say it back out loud. That is the fastest way to make it stick.

Other ways to say it

Werd schnell gesund
more casual, often used among friends
Gute Genesung
more formal, suitable for written messages

When to use it

You can use 'Gute Besserung' when someone is sick or recovering from an illness. It is appropriate in both casual and formal situations. It is often written in cards or said in person to express care and concern.

Say it out loud, get corrected

Reading it is not the same as saying it. Practice "Get well soon" and thousands more with an AI coach that listens.

Examples in German

GermanEnglish
Ich w眉nsche dir gute Besserung.I wish you a speedy recovery.
Gute Besserung, ich hoffe, du f眉hlst dich bald besser.Get well soon, I hope you feel better soon.
Common mistake
A common mistake is to say 'Gute Besserung' in very formal situations where a more formal phrase like 'Gute Genesung' would be more appropriate.

The fastest way to remember it

Vocabulary you only read fades fast. Vocabulary you say out loud sticks. Hear Gute Besserung, repeat it a few times, then use it in a real sentence. SPAIKING lets you practice exactly that, speaking German with a coach that corrects your pronunciation in real time. You can start with two free conversations.

Frequently asked questions

When should I say 'Gute Besserung'?

You should say it when someone is ill or recovering, as a way to show support.

Learn German by speaking it

Two free conversations. No card needed.