How to Say ‘An appointment’ in German
Einen Termin
EYE-nen tehr-MEEN
[EYE-nen tehr-MEEN]
💬 Usage Tip: 'Termin' is masculine, so in this form you get 'einen Termin' in the accusative. Tiny grammar, big usefulness!
🇩🇪 In Germany: Appointments are very important in Germany. Showing up without one can be difficult at many offices.
Phrase Breakdown
Einen
[EYE-nen]
a
Masculine accusative form of the indefinite article ein.
Ich brauche einen Stift, nicht einen Termin.
I need a pen, not an appointment.
Termin
[tehr-MEEN]
appointment
Means appointment or scheduled meeting.
Mein Termin ist um zehn Uhr.
My appointment is at ten o'clock.
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