Grüß Gott!
Austria, everyday
The most typical way to say "good day" in Austria is Grüß Gott! Guten Tag! is also correct and neutral. It is also called Servus! and Habe die Ehre!
Meaning: daytime greeting (phrase)
Ways to say it
| German | Note |
|---|---|
| Grüß Gott! | Austria, everyday |
| Guten Tag! | neutral |
| Servus! | friends |
| Habe die Ehre! | old fashioned, formal |
Grüß Gott is used in shops, on the street and in offices. Servus! is for friends and family.
Which one should you use?
Habe die Ehre! is an old-fashioned and formal greeting that you may still hear from older speakers.
Did you know?
- A Semmel is the Austrian word for a bread roll, and shop talk in Austria usually starts with Grüß Gott.
Examples in context
- Guten Tag, ich hätte gern eine Semmel.Good day, I would like a bread roll.
- Servus, wie geht's?Hello, how are you?
Example conversation
Anna walks into a bakery in Graz and is greeted by Frau Huber.
- AnnaGrüß Gott!Good day!
- Frau HuberGrüß Gott! Was darf es sein?Good day! What can I get you?
- AnnaZwei Semmeln, bitte.Two bread rolls, please.
