Relationship vocabulary

What is the correct translation of "acquaintance"?

• Neuer Freund

• Alter Freund

• Bekannte/r

• Fremder

Explain what an acquaintance is in a few words.

What does "informal" mean?

• to talk to somebody who likes you

• words/language you use amongst friends or acquaintances

• if you are not sure what language to use, it's informal

• if you like somebody really much

Which sentence is more formal?

• May I open the door?

• Can I open the door?

Answer explanation

May is always more formal than can, remember that :)

You can also say:

Would it be possible if I open the door? (really complicated way of saying this)

or

"Would it be okay with you if I opened the door?"

When you request (jdn. bitten) something, which modal verbs can you use?

• may, can, could, would

• may, can, ought to, supposed to

• should, may, can, ought to

• may, supposed to, would be, might

Which is correct?

• You must to be home by noon

• You must be home by noon

What is the difference between "You must tell the truth" and "You should tell the truth"? Answer in key words.

When do you break up with somebody?

• When you see no connection between each other anymore

• When you sincerely like someone

When someone is cross with someone, they are?

• They are hopeful.

• They are serious with that person.

• They are attracted to that person.

• They are angry at that person.

"I'm thrilled to be here."

Which translation is correct?

• Ich bin begeistert, hier zu sein.

• Ich kann es nicht leiden, hier zu sein.

• Schön hier zu sein.

• Ich bin so glücklich, hier zu sein.