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How to Say ‘Since when?’ in German

Seit wann denn?

zyte van den

[zyte van den]

💬 Usage Tip: denn here doesn't mean "then"; it just makes the question sound natural and interested. Without it, Seit wann? can sound sharper.

Phrase Breakdown

Seit

[zyte]

since / for

Used with time expressions to show duration from the past until now.

Example

Seit zwei Jahren arbeite ich in Berlin.

I have been working in Berlin for two years.

wann

[van]

when

Used to ask about time, date, or deadline.

Example

Wann genau muss ich absagen?

When exactly do I have to cancel?

denn

[den]

then (filler)

Particle that makes questions sound more natural or show interest.

Example

Wo bist du denn?

Where are you, then?

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