How to Say ‘What should I do now?’ in German
Was soll ich jetzt machen?
vahs zoll ikh YETST MAKH-en
[vahs zoll ikh YETST MAKH-en]
💬 Usage Tip: A very useful phrase after hearing test results. "jetzt" adds urgency, but it still sounds polite and normal.
🇩🇪 In Germany: This is a great question in Germany if you want practical instructions: medicine, diet, follow-up, or a referral.
Phrase Breakdown
Was
[vahs]
what
Question word asking for the next step or advice.
Was soll ich jetzt machen?
What should I do now?
soll
[zoll]
should
Modal verb used to ask what is recommended.
Was soll ich jetzt machen?
What should I do now?
ich
[ikh]
I
The speaker refers to themselves.
Was soll ich jetzt machen?
What should I do now?
jetzt
[YETST]
now
Refers to the immediate present and the next action.
Was soll ich jetzt machen?
What should I do now?
machen
[MAKH-en]
do
Verb for taking action.
Was soll ich jetzt machen?
What should I do now?
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