“Ich heiße...”
My name is...
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Literal Translation
Word for word: “I am called...”
Pronunciation
/ɪç ˈhaɪ̯sə/
When to Use This Phrase
'Ich heiße' is the most common way to introduce yourself. 'Mein Name ist...' (My name is...) is slightly more formal and often used in business settings.
Example Sentences
Hallo, ich heiße Anna.
Hello, my name is Anna.
Ich heiße Thomas. Und Sie?
My name is Thomas. And you?
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