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How to Say ‘When is your appointment, then?’ in German

Wann ist Ihr Termin denn?

van ist eer tehr-MEEN den

[van ist eer tehr-MEEN den]

💬 Usage Tip: denn here isn't "because". It softens the question and makes it sound natural and conversational rather than blunt.

Phrase Breakdown

Wann ist

van ist

When is

Question word 'wann' (when) plus the verb 'ist'. The 'W' sounds like an English 'v': 'vahn ist'.

Example

Wann ist das Konzert?

When is the concert?

Words in this phrase

Wann

[van]

when

Used to ask about time, date, or deadline.

Example

Wann genau muss ich absagen?

When exactly do I have to cancel?

ist

[ist]

is

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.

Ihr Termin denn?

eer tehr-MEEN den

your appointment, then?

'Ihr' is the formal 'your'. 'Termin' is stressed on the last syllable: 'ter-MEEN'. 'Denn' is a softening particle that makes the question sound friendly.

Example

Wo ist Ihr Auto denn?

Where is your car, then?

Words in this phrase

Ihr

[eer]

your (formal)

Formal possessive 'your'.

Example

Ist das Ihr Auto?

Is that your car?

Termin

[tehr-MEEN]

appointment

A scheduled meeting or time slot.

Example

Einen Termin für die Besichtigung hätte ich gern.

I would like an appointment for the site visit.

denn

[den]

then / actually

A modal particle that makes a question sound more natural, like 'then' or 'actually.'

Example

Was ist denn mit der Heizung los?

So what is wrong with the heating?

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