German · Greetings & Phrases
Guten Morgen
Good morning
Beginnerphrase
Definition
A greeting used in the morning.
Example
Guten Morgen! Haben Sie gut geschlafen?
Good morning! Did you sleep well?
Etymology
The phrase 'Guten Morgen' translates to 'Good morning' and combines the adjective 'gut' meaning 'good' with 'Morgen', meaning 'morning'. Its usage formalized in the 19th century as part of polite greetings.
How & Where It’s Used
'Guten Morgen' is typically used in both formal and informal settings during the morning hours. It is widely used in written and spoken German, with no significant regional variations.