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How to Say ‘What is the goal?’ in German

Was ist das Ziel?

vas ist dahs tseel

[vas ist dahs tseel]

Phrase Breakdown

Was ist

vas ist

What is

'Was' sounds like 'vas', since German 'w' is pronounced like English 'v'. Link the two words smoothly: 'vas-ist'.

Example

Was ist das?

What is that?

Words in this phrase

Was

[vas]

what

Question word asking about a thing.

Example

Was machst du?

What are you doing?

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.

das Ziel?

dahs tseel

the goal?

'Z' is pronounced 'ts', so 'Ziel' sounds like 'tseel' with a long 'ie'.

Example

Das Ziel ist klar.

The goal is clear.

Words in this phrase

das

[dahs]

the

Definite article used with the noun 'Gespräch.'

Example

Das Gespräch hat mir neue Einblicke gegeben.

The conversation gave me new insights.

Ziel

[tseel]

goal, target

Something you aim to achieve.

Example

Unser Ziel ist hoch.

Our goal is high.

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