du
you (informal singular)
Beginner Pronoun
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Pronunciation
/duː/
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Cultural Note
The du/Sie distinction is fundamental to German social interaction. 'Du' is used with friends, family, children, and among young people. Using 'du' with someone you should address as 'Sie' can be seen as disrespectful, while offering the 'du' to someone is a sign of closeness.
📝 Example Sentences
Wie heißt du?
What is your name? (informal)
Du bist wunderbar.
You are wonderful.
Kommst du mit?
Are you coming along?