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German phrases for the supermarket
A practical sheet for everyday errands: asking where something is, understanding aisle directions, and getting through checkout without freezing up.
Content verified June 2026
Interactive practice
Rehearse this conversation with choices, feedback, and grammar notes — not just the phrase sheet.
Bring
- Reusable bag if your store charges for bags
- Shopping list with product names in German
- Payment card or cash for checkout
Expect
- Kann ich Ihnen helfen?
- Wonach suchen Sie?
- Hinten links bei den Bio-Produkten.
- Brauchen Sie eine Tüte?
- Das macht zusammen ... Euro.
Useful phrases
Ask one clear location question
Employees expect Entschuldigung, a product name, and wo finde ich — not a long explanation of why you need oat milk.
Entschuldigung, wo finde ich die Hafermilch?
Excuse me, where can I find the oat milk?
Ich suche Reis.
I am looking for rice.
Danke, das war alles.
Thank you, that was everything.
Kann ich mit Karte zahlen?
Can I pay by card?
Rescue phrases
- Können Sie das bitte wiederholen?
- Wo genau ist das?
- Ich verstehe das Wort nicht.
Common questions
FAQ
Short answers for the questions people ask before this appointment.
How do I ask where something is in a German supermarket?+
Use Entschuldigung, wo finde ich [product]? instead of Wo ist [product]? — it sounds more natural to staff.
What German phrase should I use at checkout?+
A short Danke, das war alles works well when you are done. For payment, ask Kann ich mit Karte zahlen?
What if I only know the English product name?+
Start with Ich suche ... and use the German word if you know it. Staff often understand common items like Hafermilch or Reis.
What if I do not understand the employee?+
Ask Können Sie das bitte wiederholen? or Wo genau ist das? to get a clearer direction.
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