German for Office & Administration: Vocabulary & Phrases

Office and admin roles run on German email and meeting etiquette. These are the phrases that make you sound like you belong in a German-speaking team.

Key phrases on the job

Anbei die Unterlagen.Attached are the documents.
Ich leite es weiter.I’ll forward it.
Können Sie mir kurz Bescheid geben?Could you let me know?
Ich kümmere mich darum.I’ll take care of it.
Das schaffe ich bis Freitag.I’ll get it done by Friday.
Vielen Dank im Voraus.Thank you in advance.
Mit freundlichen GrüßenKind regards (email sign-off)
Passt Ihnen der Termin?Does the appointment suit you?

Vocabulary you need

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Work & Education (A1)Communication & Media (A1)

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Frequently asked questions

What German level do office jobs need in Germany?

Usually B1–B2, because email and meetings are in German. Written etiquette (greetings, sign-offs, polite requests) matters as much as vocabulary.

How do I learn business German?

Learn the email and meeting chunks first, drill the Work vocabulary, and watch German business/news videos with dual subtitles for context.

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