“Guten Abend”
Good evening
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Literal Translation
Word for word: “Good evening”
Pronunciation
/ˈɡuːtn̩ ˈaːbm̩t/
When to Use This Phrase
Used from around 6 PM onwards. Unlike English, Germans rarely use 'Guten Abend' when leaving — it is strictly an arrival greeting.
Example Sentences
Guten Abend! Willkommen im Restaurant.
Good evening! Welcome to the restaurant.
Guten Abend, Frau Schmidt.
Good evening, Mrs. Schmidt.
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