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How to Say "Leave me alone" in German

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
Lass mich in Ruhe
"Leave me alone" in German 路 say it like lahs mikh in roo-eh

The most natural way to say "Leave me alone" in German is Lass mich in Ruhe. 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

Lass mich bitte allein
a more polite way to ask for solitude
Gib mir Ruhe
a more casual and direct way to express the same sentiment

When to use it

You can use this phrase when you need some personal space or time to yourself. It can be said in a firm tone if someone is bothering you. It's also appropriate in both casual and slightly more formal situations, depending on your tone.

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Examples in German

GermanEnglish
Kannst du bitte gehen? Lass mich in Ruhe.Can you please go? Leave me alone.
Common mistake
Learners often confuse this phrase with 'Lass mich nicht in Ruhe', which means 'Don't leave me alone'.

The fastest way to remember it

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Frequently asked questions

Is it rude to say 'Lass mich in Ruhe'?

It can be considered rude if said in an aggressive tone, but it's acceptable when you genuinely need space.

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