How do you say "I have an appointment." in German?

"I have an appointment." in German is "Ich habe einen Termin.". This phrase is commonly used in Germany.

What does "Ich habe einen Termin." mean in English?

"Ich habe einen Termin." means "I have an appointment." in English. Usage tip: A useful opener when you want to explain why you're calling. Clear and direct.

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How to Say ‘I have an appointment.’ in German

Ich habe einen Termin.

ikh HAH-buh EYE-nen tehr-MEEN

[ikh HAH-buh EYE-nen tehr-MEEN]

💬 Usage Tip: A useful opener when you want to explain why you're calling. Clear and direct.

🇩🇪 In Germany: German service calls often get to the point quickly, so this sounds natural.

Phrase Breakdown

Ich habe

ikh HAH-buh

I have

Used to state possession or, here, to say you have an appointment.

Example

Ich habe Zeit.

I have time.

Words in this phrase

Ich

[ikh]

Used to identify yourself as the speaker.

Example

Ich habe einen Termin bei Dr. Weber.

I have an appointment with Dr. Weber.

habe

[HAH-buh]

have

Shows possession or that something is scheduled for you.

Example

Ich habe einen Termin am Freitag.

I have an appointment on Friday.

Einen Termin

EYE-nen tehr-MEEN

an appointment

Refers to a scheduled meeting or appointment, often at a doctor’s office.

Example

Ich habe einen Termin um acht Uhr.

I have an appointment at eight o'clock.

Words in this phrase

einen

[EYE-nen]

Masculine accusative article used with 'Termin.'

Example

Ich habe einen Termin um zehn Uhr.

I have an appointment at ten o'clock.

Termin

[tehr-MEEN]

appointment

A planned meeting, especially with a doctor.

Example

Ich habe einen Termin nächste Woche.

I have an appointment next week.

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