bitte

This is the 1679th most frequent German word.

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bitte

"Bitte" means "please" or "you're welcome" in English, depending on context.


The word 'bitte' is used here as a polite expression to make a request.

Könnten Sie mir bitte helfen?

Could you please help me?


Here, 'bitte' functions as a polite offering or directive.

Bitte setzen Sie sich.

Please have a seat.


In this context, 'bitte' is an interjection used to ask for clarification or repetition.

Wie bitte? Ich habe Sie nicht verstanden.

Pardon me? I did not understand you.