20 German Phrases for Shopping at Lidl (Cashier & Checkout)

Published Sep 30, 2026·Updated Sep 30, 2026

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Do you know that feeling? You're at the checkout, everything's super fast, and you can't find the words?

No stress, today you’ll get exactly the phrases you need.

We'll make 20 simple sentences for shopping at Lidl, clearly at A2 level.

Yes, exactly for the real situation: walk into the store, look for something, go to the checkout, done.

You'll hear what you can say and how it really sounds. After that, you'll shop more relaxed, honestly.

Hey everyone, I'm Tim. And if you want to practice this later, the whole lesson is on Vokabli.

So, let's get started with Lidl. And yes, by the way, it’s pronounced Lidl, not Lidle, okay?

Exactly, Lidl. That's important; otherwise, some people will look at you funny.

So, let's start at the entrance. You often need a simple sentence: Excuse me, where can I find milk? That's super polite and direct.

And the baked goods.

When it comes to fruits and vegetables, you often get the question, uh, do I weigh it or not? Ask it like this: Do I have to weigh this myself?

Some stores do that at the checkout, some don’t. That’s a very practical sentence.

And about food intolerances, that’s really common.

You can say: Is there a gluten-free version? That’s short, friendly, and you'll get help quickly.

Many people also look for discounts, of course. A simple sentence is: Is this on sale today?

Sale means discount or bargain. That way, you'll find the reduced items faster.

And if you want to save but still need that exact product, say: Is there a cheaper brand?

Discount stores often have their own brand that’s cheaper.

That sounds polite and not demanding.

In the aisle, it’s often tight, carts everywhere, people in a rush.

If you want to pass, say politely: Excuse me, can I get through?

That’s short and totally everyday practical.

Okay, let’s do a little mini role-play, shall we?

You play the customer, I’ll be the employee.

Just three or four sentences, like in the store.

Alright. Uh, hello. Excuse me, where can I find milk?

The milk is at the back on the right, next to the yogurt.

And if you want rolls, where’s the bakery station?

It's right at the front on the left.

Great, thanks. One more question: Do I need to weigh this myself?

I have apples in the basket.

Not today, that's done at the checkout.

And if you take rolls, just say two rolls at the counter, in case it’s busy.

Cool, that was very realistic.

Ah, and if someone’s standing in your way and you want to get through, don’t forget: Excuse me, can I get through?

That really works every time.

Quick tip from experience, don’t mix up the products.

Keyword self-checkout.

Just briefly, another money-saving tip that really surprises.

And now here’s a mistake many people make: the pronunciation of Lidl.

Before we go to the checkout, here’s a sentence for varieties or brands: Is there a cheaper brand? That's really worth gold.

Many employees will then show you the store brand right next to it.

Okay, so, Cass.

It gets faster, people start looking, and you forget the words.

You can simply say: Card, please.

Or if you’re paying cash: Cash, please.

Short and clear.

And if you’re using your phone, say: Contactless, please, everyone understands that.

Oh, and Lidl often asks: Do you have Lidl Plus? That’s the app for discounts.

If you have the app, respond: Yes, I have Lidl Plus.

Then you show the code.

If not, just smile and keep paying, it's all good.

Important word at the checkout: the receipt.

If you need it, say: The receipt, please. Receipt is just the small piece of paper with all the prices.

Oh, and bags.

In Germany, people often bring their own bags.

At the checkout, say: I have my own bag.

Or if you want to buy one: A bag, please.

Then you'll get a paper bag or a stronger one.

And to pack faster, feel free to say: I’ll continue packing over there. Over there means the packing table after the checkout.

That way, you won’t block the conveyor belt and everyone stays more relaxed.

Don't forget the deposit.

If you’ve returned bottles, you have a slip.

At the checkout, you just say: Here’s my deposit slip.

It will then be scanned and deducted.

Mini-check, quick test.

Do you remember what receipt means?

Exactly, it’s the receipt, the slip with your purchases.

If you have the word in mind, you'll feel much more confident at the checkout.

By the way, I once experienced something pretty funny.

A friend asked for help in the store in English and wanted a cheap vegan pizza.

He said loudly: The cheapest vegan pizza, and suddenly everyone joined in, haha.

The sentence: Is there a cheaper brand, might have gotten him to his goal quietly.

Another quick practice block, a little checkout role-play, okay?

I’m the cashier, you’re the customer.

Let’s keep it realistic and short.

Sure, go ahead.

Do you have Lidl Plus?

Yes, I have Lidl Plus.

Would you like a bag?

A bag, please.

How will you pay?

By card, please.

Contactless?

Contactless, please.

Do you need the receipt?

Uh, yes, of course, the receipt, please.

Thank you.

Perfect.

And if you want to pay in cash, just say: Cash, please, if you already have a bag.

I have my own bag, and if it’s busy: I’ll continue packing over there. That sounds really friendly.

Oh, and a tip for the process: Especially when it’s quick, put heavy items on the conveyor first, then the light ones.

And hold the app or card in your hand already, so: Contactless, please.

Really contactless and quick it is.

That way you stay calm.

One more thing from real life.

Some people arrange everything neatly at the self-checkout and scan at their own pace.

Ask at the beginning: Where is the self-checkout?

That way you won't have to turn around again.

It saves you nerves.

A quick recap of our 20 phrases, because repetition helps.

We had to ask: Excuse me, where can I find milk, where is the bottle deposit machine, where is the bakery section, do I need to weigh this myself, and for special requests: Is this available gluten-free, and is there a cheaper brand?

Then for the aisles and the bakery section: Excuse me, can I get through, and two rolls, please.

For checkout and payments: Where is the self-service checkout?

By card, please.

Cash, please.

Contactless, please.

Do you have Lidl Plus?

Yes, I have Lidl Plus.

The receipt, please.

And for packing and accessories.

I have my own bag, a bag, please.

I’ll continue packing over there.

Here’s my bottle deposit receipt.

These are exactly the phrases you need.

And they sound polite and clear.

This will make you more confident with every purchase.

Now a question for you all.

Which situation at Lidl do you find most stressful?

The bakery section, the bottle deposit machine, or the checkout?

And which of our phrases helps you the most in that situation?

And as promised, a little friendly reminder: The complete interactive lesson with transcript,

word cards, and exercises is free on Vokabli, link in the description.

Feel free to check it out, review the 20 phrases, and then your next shopping trip will be relaxed.

Until next time.