As German is the official language of Austria and is spoken as a first language by around 90% of the population, you might find this cheat sheet useful before you set off and once you are in the country.
Once you are on the ground and surrounded by the language on a daily basis you will soon feel confident using more complex questions and phrases.
Learning a few simple greetings and pleasantries before you leave home is always a good idea as it will help you to settle into your new environment and earn you the respect of the local people.
Although you can generally get by using English in popular tourist areas, the ability to speak some German will be invaluable when off the beaten track.
SOURCE: www . theintrepidguide . com/easy-german-travel-phrase-guide/# . WhJR_Xlx3IU
