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How to Say "Good morning" in German

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
Guten Morgen
"Good morning" in German 路 say it like goo-ten mor-gen

The most natural way to say "Good morning" in German is Guten Morgen. 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

Morgen
A casual way to greet someone in the morning.
Guten Tag
Used later in the day, more formal.

When to use it

Use 'Guten Morgen' in the morning when greeting someone. It is appropriate for both formal and informal situations. You can use it with friends, family, or colleagues. It sets a positive tone for the day.

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Examples in German

GermanEnglish
Guten Morgen, wie geht es dir?Good morning, how are you?
Common mistake
Some learners forget to capitalize 'Morgen' as it is a noun in German.

The fastest way to remember it

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Frequently asked questions

Is it appropriate to say 'Guten Morgen' after noon?

No, it is typically used only in the morning.

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