Sie
You (formal)
Language note: 'Sie' is the formal 'you' and always capitalized in German.
Culture note: Formality is important in German, especially in services like taxis.
Context: You address the taxi driver politely as you query them.
Word-by-Word Breakdown
Sie
[zee]
You (formal)
Used as a formal singular or plural form of addressing someone.
Warum nehmen Sie diesen Weg, Herr Müller?
Why are you taking this route, Mr. Müller?
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