Speaking to Teachers (Leaving Cert German): Quizzes

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Which form must you always use when addressing teachers?

The formal 'Sie' form

Why is 'Könnten Sie bitte...' more polite than 'Können Sie...'?

It uses the subjunctive form

How do you say 'Could you please...'?

Könnten Sie bitte...

How do you say 'I don't understand'?

Ich verstehe nicht

How do you say 'May I ask a question?'

Darf ich eine Frage stellen?

Which phrase is most appropriate for asking permission in formal settings?

Darf ich...?

How do you say 'May I go to the toilet?'

Darf ich auf die Toilette gehen?

How do you say 'I forgot my homework'?

Ich habe meine Hausaufgaben vergessen

What does German culture value when students make excuses?

Honesty and accountability

What does 'Darf ich...?' literally mean?

Am I allowed to...?

How do you say 'Many thanks for your help' formally?

Vielen Dank für Ihre Hilfe

What is the correct word order for a polite question with 'Sie'?

Könnten Sie mir helfen?

What word should you add to make requests more polite?

bitte

How is the 'ö' in 'Könnten' pronounced?

Like 'ur' in 'fur' but shorter

How do you say 'What does... mean?'

Was bedeutet...?

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