How to Say ‘A table’ in German
Einen Tisch
EYE-nen tish
[EYE-nen tish]
💬 Usage Tip: After [möchte], the item you want often changes to forms like [einen Tisch], not [ein Tisch]. You'll see the same pattern in [ich nehme einen Kaffee].
Phrase Breakdown
Einen
[EYE-nen]
a
Accusative masculine form of 'ein', used here because 'Tisch' is masculine and is the direct object.
Wir reservieren einen Tisch für die Familie.
We are reserving a table for the family.
Tisch
[tish]
table
A table in a restaurant; often the thing being booked or requested.
Können wir einen Tisch im ruhigen Bereich bekommen?
Can we get a table in the quiet area?
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