Ich heiße …
neutral
In Austria you introduce yourself with Ich heiße …, Mein Name ist … or simply Ich bin …
Meaning: introducing yourself (phrase)
Ways to say it
| German | Note |
|---|---|
| Ich heiße … | neutral |
| Mein Name ist … | formal |
| Ich bin … | casual |
Ich heiße is the everyday choice. Mein Name ist sounds a little more formal. Ich bin is quick and friendly, for example at a party.
Is there a formal and an informal way to say it?
In formal situations Austrians often say only the family name, as in Mein Name ist Huber. Titles such as Herr and Frau stay in use for a long time.
Did you know?
- Southern German speakers often put an article before first names in casual speech, as in der Daniel or die Maria.
Examples in context
- Mein Name ist Huber.My name is Huber.
- Ich bin der Daniel.I am Daniel.
Example conversation
Maria introduces herself to her new neighbor Karl in Vienna.
- MariaGrüß Gott, ich heiße Maria.Hello, my name is Maria.
- KarlFreut mich, ich bin der Karl.Nice to meet you, I am Karl.
- MariaFreut mich auch.Nice to meet you too.
