Grüß Gott!*
* Greet God!
German
Germany and Austria
Expression
USED
Very frequently
BY
Everyone
Saying "Grüß Gott!" is a polite way of greeting people in Southern Germany and Austria. Despite its obviously religious background, this greeting is being used by everyone, regardless of their religious orientation. Furthermore, it can be used at all times of the day.
"Grüß Gott! Ich würde gerne einen Termin für nächste Woche buchen."
"Greet God! I would like to book an appointment for next week."
Submitted August 2020
by mirxsee
Confirmed by 3 people
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<p>Saying "Grüß Gott!" is a polite way of greeting people in Southern Germany and Austria. Despite its obviously religious background, this greeting is being used by everyone, regardless of their religious orientation. Furthermore, it can be used at all times of the day.</p>