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How to Say ‘It is ten past six.’ in German

Es ist zehn nach sechs.

es ist tsayn nahkh zex

[es ist tsayn nahkh zex]

Phrase Breakdown

Es ist

es ist

It is

The fixed start for stating the time. Say it as one smooth unit: 'es-ist'.

Example

Es ist kalt.

It is cold.

Words in this phrase

[es]

A neutral pronoun used to refer to a thing previously mentioned.

Example

Es ist ein schöner Tag.

It is a beautiful day.

ist

[ist]

A form of the verb 'sein' used for singular subjects.

Example

Für viele Bewerber Ist ein gutes Teamklima entscheidend.

For many applicants, a good team climate is crucial.

zehn nach sechs.

tsayn nahkh zex

ten past six

'nach' means 'past' when telling the time. Start 'zehn' with 'ts', and use the throaty 'ch' in 'nach'. 'sechs' is pronounced 'zeks'.

Example

Ich stehe um zehn nach sechs auf.

I get up at ten past six.

Words in this phrase

zehn

[tsayn]

ten

The number ten, often used when giving the time.

Example

Zehn Uhr ist für laute Musik zu spät.

Ten o'clock is too late for loud music.

nach

[nahkh]

after

Indicates a time later than something else.

Example

Nach dem Interview gibt es manchmal ein informelles Treffen.

After the interview, there is sometimes an informal meeting.

sechs

[zex]

Six

The number six, indicating the quantity after five.

Example

Wir treffen uns um sechs Uhr abends.

We meet at six o'clock in the evening.

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