{"id":217016,"date":"2021-09-26T06:00:00","date_gmt":"2021-09-26T05:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/?p=217016"},"modified":"2025-07-18T16:42:15","modified_gmt":"2025-07-18T15:42:15","slug":"european-phrases-learn","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/european-phrases-learn\/","title":{"rendered":"Hola! Salud! The European phrases to learn before your next trip to Europe"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Wherever you travel, it’s important to make an effort to learn a few important phrases of the local language. It\u2019s not only polite and respectful, but it\u2019s also sure to enhance your experience as you start immersing yourself in the culture. This is especially true for your trip to Europe<\/a>, as with 44 countries across the continent, you\u2019re likely to come across several different languages. So what words and phrases should you start learning? We\u2019ve put together the handiest European phrases and expressions to learn across 8 of the most common European languages<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Hello<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Make a good first impression and learn how to greet people in the local language.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

French:<\/strong> Bonjour.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

German:<\/strong> Guten tag.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Italian:<\/strong> Buongiorno.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Russian<\/strong>: \u0417\u0434\u0440\u0430\u0432\u0441\u0442\u0432\u0443\u0439\u0442\u0435 (zdra-stvooy-tye).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Turkish<\/strong>: Merhaba.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Polish<\/strong>: Dzie\u0144 dobry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Dutch<\/strong>: Hallo (similar to English but pronounced \u201cHah-low\u201d).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Spanish<\/strong>: Hola (ol-a).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

RELATED CONTENT: 14 essential French phrases to learn before your next trip to France<\/a><\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Marta<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Goodbye<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

You can smile and wave\u2026 And now you\u2019ll also know how to say goodbye!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

French<\/strong>: Au revoir. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

German<\/strong>: Auf wiedersehen.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Italian<\/strong>: Arrivederci.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Russian<\/strong>: \u0414\u043e \u0441\u0432\u0438\u0434\u0430\u043d\u0438\u044f (da-svee-da-nee-ye).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Turkish<\/strong>: Ho\u015f\u00e7akal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Polish<\/strong>: Do widzenia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Dutch<\/strong>: Tot ziens.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Spanish<\/strong>: Adi\u00f3s.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

GET INSPIRED BY: Imperial Europe<\/a><\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

How are you?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Use these phrases to take your polite greeting to the next level.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

French<\/strong>: Comment allez-vous?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

German<\/strong>: Wie geht es Ihnen? <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Italian<\/strong>: Come sta?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Russian<\/strong>: \u043a\u0430\u043a \u0434\u0435\u043b\u0430 (kak-dela)?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Turkish<\/strong>: Nas\u0131ls\u0131n\u0131z?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Polish<\/strong>: Jak si\u0119 masz? <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Dutch<\/strong>: Hoe gaat het?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Spanish<\/strong>: \u00bfQu\u00e9 tal? <\/p>\n\n\n\n

RELATED CONTENT: 11 essential German phrases that will come in handy on your next trip to Germany<\/a><\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Trafalgar<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

What is your name?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

French<\/strong>: Comment vous-appelez-vous?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

German<\/strong>: Wie hei\u00dfen sie?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Italian<\/strong>: Come si chiama? <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Russian<\/strong>: \u041a\u0430\u043a \u0432\u0430\u0441 \u0437\u043e\u0432\u0443\u0442 (kak vas za-voot)?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Turkish<\/strong>: Ad\u0131n\u0131z ne?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Polish<\/strong>: Jak masz na imi\u0119?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Dutch<\/strong>: Hoe heet je?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Spanish<\/strong>: \u00bfC\u00f3mo te llamas?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

GET INSPIRED BY: European Whirl<\/a><\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

My name is\u2026<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

French<\/strong>: Je m’appelle…<\/p>\n\n\n\n

German<\/strong>: Ich hei\u00dfe\u2026 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Italian<\/strong>: Mi chiamo\u2026 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Russian<\/strong>: \u041c\u0435\u043d\u044f \u0437\u043e\u0432\u0443\u0442 (men-ya za-voot)… <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Turkish<\/strong>: Benim ad\u0131m\u2026 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Polish<\/strong>: Mam na imi\u0119\u2026 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Dutch<\/strong>: Ik heet\u2026 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Spanish<\/strong>: Me llamo\u2026 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

RELATED CONTENT: 12 of the most useful Spanish phrases to learn before your trip to Spain<\/a><\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"women<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Please<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Learning your pleases and thank you\u2019s is essential for any trip, plus they\u2019re quick and easy European phrases to know.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

French<\/strong>: S’il te pla\u00eet.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

German<\/strong>: Bitte.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Italian<\/strong>: Per favore.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Russian<\/strong>: \u041f\u043e\u0436\u0430\u043b\u0443\u0439\u0441\u0442\u0430 (pa-zhal-sta).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Turkish<\/strong>: L\u00fctfen.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Polish<\/strong>: Prosz\u0119.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Dutch<\/strong>: Alstublieft.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Spanish<\/strong>: Por favor.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

RELATED CONTENT: 8 locals you\u2019ll connect with when you travel to Europe with Trafalgar<\/a><\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Thank you<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

French<\/strong>: Merci.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

German<\/strong>: Danke.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Italian<\/strong>: Grazie.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Russian<\/strong>: \u0421\u043f\u0430\u0441\u0438\u0431\u043e (spa-see-ba).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Turkish<\/strong>: Te\u015fekk\u00fcrler.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Polish<\/strong>: Dzi\u0119kuj\u0119.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Dutch<\/strong>: Dankjewel.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Spanish<\/strong>: Gracias.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

RELATED CONTENT: 9 must-see places to see in Europe for your bucket list<\/a><\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"woman<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Excuse me<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Whether you\u2019re trying to get someone\u2019s attention or you want to be polite when moving through a crowd, learning how to say \u2018excuse me\u2019 is essential.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

French<\/strong>: Pardon \/ Excusez-moi.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

German<\/strong>: Entschuldigung.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Italian<\/strong>: Mi scusi.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Russian<\/strong>: \u0418\u0437\u0432\u0438\u043d\u0438\u0442\u0435 (izvinite).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Turkish<\/strong>: Affedersiniz.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Polish<\/strong>: Przepraszam.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Dutch<\/strong>: Pardon. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Spanish<\/strong>: Disculpe \/ Perd\u00f3n<\/p>\n\n\n\n

GET INSPIRED BY: Highlights of Eastern Europe<\/a><\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

I’m sorry<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

They say sorry is always the hardest word to say – but not anymore! Learn it in the local language and use it in situations like bumping into someone on the street or showing up late to an appointment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

French<\/strong>: Je suis desolee.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

German<\/strong>: Es tut mir leid.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Italian<\/strong>: Mi dispiace.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Russian<\/strong>: \u041f\u0440\u043e\u0441\u0442\u0438\u0442\u0435 (prostite).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Turkish<\/strong>: \u00d6z\u00fcr dilerim.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Polish<\/strong>: Przepraszam.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Dutch<\/strong>: Het spijt me (Tip: \u201cSorry\u201d is also a Dutch word and you can also say \u201csorry\u201d in casual situations like bumping into someone).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Spanish<\/strong>: Lo siento.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

RELATED CONTENT: Planning a trip to Europe? These are the 15 essential items you need to pack<\/a><\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Trafalgar<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

I would like…<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Instead of pointing at what you want to order or buy, try adding these European phrases to your repertoire. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

French<\/strong>: Je voudrais…<\/p>\n\n\n\n

German<\/strong>: Ich h\u00e4tte gern\u2026 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Italian<\/strong>: Vorrei\u2026<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Russian<\/strong>: \u0411\u0443\u0434\u044c\u0442\u0435 \u0434\u043e\u0431\u0440\u044b (Bud\u2019te dobry)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Turkish<\/strong>: \u2026istiyorum. (In Turkish, you say the object first).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Polish<\/strong>: Przepraszam (psh-she-pra-sham)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Dutch<\/strong>: Ik wil\u2026.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Spanish<\/strong>: Me gustar\u00eda\u2026<\/p>\n\n\n\n

RELATED CONTENT: 9 trending destinations you should be earmarking for your 2022 travels<\/a><\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

How much does this cost?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

If you\u2019re planning on doing some shopping on your trip to Europe, this phrase will definitely come in handy, especially in places where bargaining is custom.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

French<\/strong>: Combien \u00e7a co\u00fbte?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

German<\/strong>: Wie viel kostet das? <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Italian<\/strong>: Quanto costa?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Russian<\/strong>: \u0421\u043a\u043e\u043b\u044c\u043a\u043e \u044d\u0442\u043e \u0441\u0442\u043e\u0438\u0442 (skol\u2019ko eto stoyit)?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Turkish<\/strong>: Bu ne kadar?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Polish<\/strong>: Ile to kosztuje?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Dutch<\/strong>: Hoeveel kost dit?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Spanish<\/strong>: \u00bfCu\u00e1nto cuesta?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

RELATED CONTENT: 7 of <\/a>t<\/a>he most scenic train rides in Europe you can\u2019t miss on your travels<\/a><\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Where is the bathroom?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

You can be sure you\u2019ll need to find a bathroom at some point on your trip to Europe, making this one of the most essential European phrases to learn. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

French<\/strong>: O\u00f9 sont les toilettes?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

German<\/strong>: Wo ist die Toilette?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Italian<\/strong>: Dov\u2019\u00e8 il bagno?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Russian<\/strong>: \u0413\u0434\u0435 \u0442\u0443\u0430\u043b\u0435\u0442 (Gde tualet)?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Turkish<\/strong>: Tuvalet nerede?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Polish<\/strong>: Gdzie jest toaleta?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Dutch<\/strong>: Waar is het toilet?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Spanish<\/strong>: \u00bfD\u00f3nde est\u00e1 el ba\u00f1o?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

GET INSPIRED BY: Grand European<\/a><\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Lasse<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

I don’t understand<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

If you\u2019re new to speaking the language, there will be many times where you don\u2019t understand what the other person is saying. Rather than pretending or struggling along, tell them you don\u2019t understand and they\u2019ll likely repeat or slow down their words, or find another way to communicate. Luckily, these are some easy European phrases to know and memorise.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

French<\/strong>: Je ne comprends pas.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

German<\/strong>: Ich verstehe sie nicht.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Italian<\/strong>: Non capisco.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Russian<\/strong>: \u042f \u043d\u0435 \u043f\u043e\u043d\u0438\u043c\u0430\u044e (ya ne ponimayu).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Turkish<\/strong>: Anlam\u0131yorum.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Polish<\/strong>: Nie rozumiem.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Dutch<\/strong>: Ik snapt niet.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Spanish<\/strong>: No entiendo.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

RELATED CONTENT: Top 10 Hidden Gems in Europe<\/a><\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

I need help \/ Help!<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Everyone needs help sometimes and this is one of the handiest European phrases to learn.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

French<\/strong>: J\u2019ai besoin d\u2019aide. \/ \u00c0 l\u2019aide!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

German<\/strong>: Ich brauche Hilfe. \/ Hilfe!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Italian<\/strong>: Mi serve aiuto. \/ Aiuto!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Russian<\/strong>: \u041c\u043d\u0435 \u043d\u0443\u0436\u043d\u0430\u0301 \u043f\u043e\u0301\u043c\u043e\u0449\u044c. \u2013 I need help (mnye nuzh-n\u00e1 p\u00f3-masch) \/ \u041f\u043e\u043c\u043e\u0433\u0438\u0442\u0435 (pa-ma-g\u00e9e-tee)!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Turkish<\/strong>: Yard\u0131ma ihtiyac\u0131m var. \/ \u0130mdat!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Polish<\/strong>: Potrzebuj\u0119 twojej pomocy. \/ Pomocy!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Dutch<\/strong>: Ik heb hulp nodig \/ Helpen!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Spanish<\/strong>: Necesito ayuda. \/ \u00a1Ayuda!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

RELATED CONTENT: Where to travel in Europe in your 50s, 60s and 70s<\/a><\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Trafalgar<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Cheers!<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Get into the spirit the local way on your trip to Europe.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

French<\/strong>: Sant\u00e9!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

German<\/strong>: Prost! <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Italian<\/strong>: Cin cin!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Turkish<\/strong>: \u015eerefe!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Polish<\/strong>: Na zdrowie! <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Dutch<\/strong>: Proost!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Spanish<\/strong>: \u00a1Salud!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Russian<\/strong>: Many people think \u2018\u043d\u0430 \u0437\u0434\u043e\u0440\u043e\u0432\u044c\u0435\u2019 (na zdorovie) is the way to toast in Russia, however this is actually the Polish way. In Russia, there is no word for \u2018cheers\u2019 and toasts are tailored for every occasion. If you do want to make a toast, start by saying \u2018\u0437\u0430\u2019 (za), then say what you\u2019re toasting to like love, family, or the birthday boy or girl. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

I only speak a little (local language)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

If a native speaker thinks you understand more than you do, you can use this handy phrase to let them know you\u2019re new to the language.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

French<\/strong>: Je parle seulement un peu le Fran\u00e7ais.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

German<\/strong>: Ich spreche nur wenig Deutsch.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Italian<\/strong>: Parlo solo un po’ di Italiano.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Russian<\/strong>: \u042f \u0435\u0449\u0451 \u043f\u043b\u043e\u0445\u043e \u0433\u043e\u0432\u043e\u0440\u044e \u043f\u043e-\u0440\u0443\u0441\u0441\u043a\u0438 (Ya yeshchyo plokho govoryu po-russki).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Turkish<\/strong>: Sadece biraz T\u00fcrk\u00e7e konu\u015fabiliyorum.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Polish<\/strong>: M\u00f3wi\u0119 tylko troch\u0119 po polsku.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Dutch<\/strong>: Ik spreek maar een beetje Nederlands<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Spanish<\/strong>: Solo hablo un poco de espa\u00f1ol.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

GET INSPIRED BY: Traditional Europe<\/a><\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Can you speak any European languages? What are your favourite European phrases and expressions to learn? Let us know in the comments below\u2026 <\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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