What is guten tag?

Guten Tag is a German greeting, literally meaning "good day".

  • It's a formal greeting, suitable for use with people you don't know well, in professional settings, or when you want to show respect.

  • It is used throughout the day, but is generally replaced with "Guten Abend" ("good evening") as the day progresses.

  • A less formal equivalent is "Hallo" which can be used with friends, family, and acquaintances.