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How to Say ‘Is it new?’ in German

Ist sie neu?

ist zee noy

[ist zee noy]

💬 Usage Tip: Jacke is a "she" word (die Jacke), so "it" becomes sie. For das Hemd you'd ask Ist es neu?.

Phrase Breakdown

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.

sie

[zee]

it (feminine noun)

Refers back to a feminine noun like 'die Jacke'.

Example

Die Tasche? Sie ist schön.

The bag? It is nice.

neu

[noy]

new

Adjective for something recently made or bought.

Example

Das ist mein neues Auto.

That is my new car.

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