Start with words you see often in beginner input, then add phrase patterns.
This A1 list gives you a strong first-layer vocabulary base.
20 A1 German words to start with
- hallo - hello
- danke - thank you
- bitte - please/you are welcome
- ja - yes
- nein - no
- ich - I
- du - you
- er - he
- sie - she/they
- wir - we
- das essen - the food (n.)
- trinken - to drink
- das wasser - the water (n.)
- das haus - the house (n.)
- die arbeit - the work (f.)
- die familie - the family (f.)
- der freund - the friend (m.)
- der tag - the day (m.)
- heute - today
- morgen - tomorrow/morning
Common Words combines frequency-first vocabulary, pronunciation support, and examples in short daily sessions.