How do you say "This should be clear" in German?

"This should be clear" in German is "Das sollte klar sein". This phrase is commonly used in Germany.

What does "Das sollte klar sein" mean in English?

"Das sollte klar sein" means "This should be clear" in English. Usage tip: Assertive statement to check understanding.

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How to Say ‘This should be clear’ in German

Das sollte klar sein

dahs shohl-teh klahr zine

[dahs shohl-teh klahr zine]

💬 Usage Tip: Assertive statement to check understanding.

🇩🇪 In Germany: Germans value efficiency and tend to avoid ambiguity.

Phrase Breakdown

Das

[dahs]

That

Used to introduce a clause or to refer to a specific thing previously mentioned or easily identified.

Example

Das sollte klar sein, wenn die Rechnung höher ist als erwartet.

That should be clear when the bill is higher than expected.

sollte

[shohl-teh]

Should

Used to indicate obligation, duty, or correctness.

Example

Wenn es um die Preise geht, sollte das klar sein.

When it comes to prices, that should be clear.

klar

[klahr]

Clear

Easily understood or without ambiguity.

Example

Es sollte immer klar sein, was der Fahrer verlangt.

It should always be clear what the driver is asking for.

sein

[zine]

To be

Used to indicate existence, situation, or condition.

Example

Es sollte klar sein, dass die Fahrt nicht so teuer sein sollte.

It should be clear that the ride should not be that expensive.

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