Is Ich liebe dich romantic?
Ich habe dich lieb sounds like it can be translated to I hold you (very) dear, or You are (very) dear to me. It expresses deep affection/endearment, something that you don’t feel for everybody. Ich liebe dich. can easily contain romantic meaning, and is probably most likely used in such contexts.
How do you say I love you in Austria?
Next is ‘Ich hab dich lieb’, which is kind of like, ‘I have love for you’ and is used for friends and family. Between lovers, ‘I love you is’ expressed as ‘Ich liebe dich. ‘
How do you say hello in Austria?
The formal greeting is Guten Tag or Grüß Gott (literally translates to ‚Greet God’). Knowing is better to say Grüß Sie or Hallo. Friends greet each other by saying Grüß Sie, Hallo, Servus or for younger people simply Hi.
What is considered polite in Austria?
Most Austrians will start with “Mahlzeit” or “Guten Appetit” (bon appetite), which is polite to wait for in most occasions, but inappropriate at very posh, formal dinners (I have been told off once for wishing a friend bon appetite at a casual dinner at home, so be aware that some people take this matter serious).
How can I be polite in Austria?
Austrian Etiquette & Customs
- Greetings are formal.
- A quick, firm handshake is the traditional greeting.
- Maintain eye contact during the greeting.
- Some Austrian men, particularly those who are older, may kiss the hand of a female.
- A male from another country should not kiss an Austrian woman’s hand.
How do you say no in Austria?
Say nein to say no in German. It is an official language of Austria, Belgium, Germany, Italy (South Tyrol), Liechtenstein, Luxembourg, Poland, Switzerland. You can say “no way” in German by saying, Auf keinen Fall. Nicht is the equivalent of not in English.
How do you say no different ways?
Different Ways to Say No and When to Use Them
- I appreciate the offer, but I can’t.
- I’m honored, but can’t.
- I’d love to, but I can’t.
- I appreciate the invitation, but I am completely booked.
- Thanks for thinking of me, but I can’t.
- Regrettably, I’m not able to.
- You’re so kind to think of me, but I can’t.
Should I tip in Austria?
Tipping is expected. It is common to round up the fare in Austria, or give 10%. You can order a taxi from your concierge, if you are staying in a hotel.