How to Say “Deutsch” in German

By Vernon Samuel • Updated September 30, 2026

deutsch

/dɔʏ̯t͡ʃ/

deutsch is the German word for "German".

How does it change in a sentence?

When you are referring to the German language as a noun, you must capitalize the word: Deutsch.

How do you pronounce it?

/dɔʏ̯tʃ/

When do people say it?

Another formal way to refer to the German language is by saying Deutsche Sprache.

Did you know?

The English word 'Dutch' is a direct cognate of the German word deutsch. Historically, both words referred to the Germanic-speaking people rather than just the people of the Netherlands.

Example conversation

Sarah and Maximilian are meeting for the first time at a cafe.

Sarah

Hallo, ich bin Sarah. Sprichst du deutsch?
Hello, I am Sarah. Do you speak German?
Maximilian

Ja, ich spreche deutsch.
Yes, I speak German.
Sarah

Das ist toll! Woher kommst du?
That is great! Where are you from?
Maximilian

Ich komme aus Berlin.
I come from Berlin.

Sources

Pronunciation: Wiktionary entry deutsch, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
Word origins: Wiktionary entries deutsch, CC BY-SA 4.0.

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About The Author

Vernon Samuel

Hello there! I'm Vernon, an enthusiast with a flair for the German language and culture. When I’m not tearing down language barriers or baking a schmackhaft ('tasty') bee sting cake, I often ramble with my Golden Retriever through the woods. I delight in penning comprehensive guides that unravel the beauty of the Deutsch language - from how to say 'Preposterous' or 'Happy Ever After' to the longest word in German. I'm also a lover of liberal arts and history, contributing greatly to my fondness of crafting culturally engaging content.

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