Speed-dating refers to a way of meeting people for possible romantic relationships. In this event, you are supposed to talk with a lot of people for just a short time.

So, make sure that you can’t use broken German once you join in this event.

In this German speaking lesson, we will show you how to introduce yourself in German in a speed-dating to your partners.

Essential verbs to introduce yourself in German

sein (to be)

As in the previous lesson, you learned how to use sein in the present tense. In today lesson, we will review the uses of sein to talk about yourself.

heißen (to be called)

Besides sein, another way to tell your name is to use the verb heißen. Watch out for the letter “ß” and review its pronunciation learned in previous lessons.

After having uttered your name, you will learn ways to say where you are from in German.

aus kommen (to come from)

Did you see that both heißen and aus kommen use those “normal” verb endings that we talked about in our introduction to verbs? So those endings should be looking pretty familiar by now.

Above are three important words sein, heißen and aus kommen used in introducing your name and your place.

Specific verbs to talk about your hobbies in German

You can impress your mates in a speed dating event by sharing your hobbies.

You can follow this structure by using the word gern (like):

Examples:

Time for gentlemen to practice German

We will provide you the situation, and then you will answer “Ja!” “Nein!” or “Vielleicht…” (“Yes”, “No” or “Maybe…”) to figure out which of these things you should say or not.

You are supposed to be a gentleman who starts the conversation in the speed dating event first. What should you say?

a/ “Ich komme aus Deutschland.”

b/ “Ich bin freundlich.”

c/ “Ich bin arm.”

d/ “Ich bin romantisch.”

e/ “Ich spiele gern Karten mit Oma.”

f/ “Ich tanze gern.” 

g/ “Ich spiele gern Tennis.”

Please check the translation and the recommended answers as below.

Well-done! The gentleman has finished his interesting story.

So, how the ladies respond to him and how to figure out their spiel? Let’s continue with ladies’ part below:

Time for the ladies to speak German

It’s time for ladies in speed dating to talk about themselves.

We are having three ladies sharing their amazing topics below. Let's figure it out!

Lisa

Selena

Alida

Imagine you are in this interesting event. So who will you fall for? A rich cat lady, a friendly lady or a sporty one?

Just kidding! Your main purpose is to practice German speaking patterns above. Keep practicing, and we’ll see you in the next German lessons!

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