German Basics Word Scramble (Free Printable + Answer Key)

This German Basics word scramble introduces students to foundational German vocabulary, including Hallo, Danke, and Freund. It is a great early-German activity, with a free printable worksheet and answer key.

Scrambled Words

  1. HLALO ( 5 letters )
  2. SSHSTUC ( 7 letters )
  3. TBIET ( 5 letters )
  4. ADKNE ( 5 letters )
  5. AJ ( 2 letters )
  6. EINN ( 4 letters )
  7. UTG ( 3 letters )
  8. AUSH ( 4 letters )
  9. CUBH ( 4 letters )
  10. FNDREU ( 6 letters )

Word List with Definitions

HALLO
The German word for 'hello,' used in casual settings.
TSCHUSS
An informal German way to say 'bye,' similar to 'see you.'
BITTE
The German word for 'please.' It can also mean 'you're welcome.'
DANKE
The German word for 'thank you.'
JA
The German word for 'yes.'
NEIN
The German word for 'no.'
GUT
The German word for 'good.' (Note: 'guten Tag' means 'good day,' a formal greeting.)
HAUS
The German word for 'house.' Pronounced like the English 'house.'
BUCH
The German word for 'book.' Pronounced like 'book' with a throatier 'ch' sound at the end.
FREUND
The German word for 'friend.'

About German Basics

German is spoken by over 100 million people across Germany, Austria, Switzerland, and parts of other European countries. Like English, German is a Germanic language, so many words look familiar (Haus = house, Buch = book). Starting with greetings and basic vocabulary makes German feel approachable for new learners.

German Basics Vocabulary

This puzzle features common German basics: HALLO (hello), TSCHUSS (bye), BITTE (please), DANKE (thank you), JA (yes), NEIN (no), GUT (good), HAUS (house), BUCH (book), and FREUND (friend).

How to Use This Word Scramble in Class

Pair students up and have them greet each other in German: 'Hallo!' Then practice 'Wie heißt du?' (What is your name?) and 'Ich heiße ___.' (My name is ___). End conversations with 'Tschüss!' For a homework extension, students learn one extra word and present it to the class the next day.

Printable German Basics Word Scramble Worksheet

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