German Phrase
Ich komme aus New York.
Meaning
This is a fundamental German phrase used to state your place of origin, whether it is your hometown, city, or country. It uses the first-person singular form of the verb 'kommen' (to come) followed by the preposition 'aus' (from/out of).
When to use
Use this phrase during introductions or whenever someone asks 'Woher kommst du?' (Where do you come from?). It is appropriate for both formal and informal conversations.
✦Grammar Breakdown
IchkommeausNew York
Verb Conjugation
The verb 'kommen' drops the -en ending and adds -e for the first-person singular (Ich).
Preposition 'aus'
The preposition 'aus' always triggers the dative case and is the standard choice for indicating origin from a place.
🗨In Conversation
Hallo! Woher kommen Sie?
Hello! Where do you come from?
Ich komme aus New York.
I come from New York.
✕Common Mistakes
Ich komme von New York.
Use 'aus' for geographical origins like cities and countries; 'von' is used for starting points of a journey or specific locations.
Ich komme aus der New York.
Most cities in German do not use an article. Only a few countries (like die Schweiz) require one.
↔Alternatives
Ich bin aus New York.
I am from New York.
Ich stamme aus New York.
I originate from New York.
Cultural Tip
When speaking to Germans, if you are from a famous city like New York, they will usually recognize it immediately. However, if you are from the state but not the city, it is helpful to clarify by saying 'aus dem Staat New York' to avoid confusion.