nicht mehr gelten
To no longer apply
Literalmente: {"nicht":"not","mehr":"more","gelten":"to count, to be valid, to apply"}
En 15 segundos
- Something is no longer valid.
- Rules, tickets, offers lose their power.
- Use when validity officially ends.
- It's the 'over' or 'expired' stamp.
Significado
Esta frase se usa cuando una regla, un boleto o un acuerdo ya no es válido o está activo. Es como decir 'ese trato se canceló' o 'esta regla ya no cuenta'. Tiene un sentido de finalidad, como si una puerta se cerrara a un estado anterior.
Ejemplos clave
3 de 12Texting a friend about a concert
Hey, ich wollte fragen, ob die Tickets für morgen noch gelten?
Hey, I wanted to ask if the tickets for tomorrow are still valid?
Reading terms and conditions online
Bitte beachten Sie: Dieses Sonderangebot gilt nicht mehr nach dem 31. Dezember.
Please note: This special offer no longer applies after December 31st.
Discussing old school rules
Die Regel, dass wir keine Handys im Unterricht haben dürfen, gilt nicht mehr.
The rule that we aren't allowed phones in class no longer applies.
Contexto cultural
In Germany, the 'Gültigkeitsdauer' (period of validity) is strictly enforced. If a ticket expires at 12:00, it truly 'gilt nicht mehr' at 12:01. There is little room for negotiation with conductors. Swiss public transport is famous for precision. The phrase 'nicht mehr gelten' is often accompanied by a helpful suggestion for the next valid option, reflecting a service-oriented but rule-abiding culture. In Austria, while rules are clear, the delivery might be slightly more 'gemütlich' (cozy/relaxed), but the legal reality of 'nicht mehr gelten' remains the same. The concept of 'Geltung' is a major topic in German legal philosophy (Rechtsphilosophie). It distinguishes between a law that is written and a law that is actually 'valid' and enforced.
Check your tickets
Always check the 'Gültigkeit' of your train ticket. If it says 'gilt nur am...', it won't be valid the next day.
The 'i' change
Don't forget: er/sie/es GILT. Many learners say 'er gelt', which sounds very wrong to natives.
En 15 segundos
- Something is no longer valid.
- Rules, tickets, offers lose their power.
- Use when validity officially ends.
- It's the 'over' or 'expired' stamp.
What It Means
This phrase, nicht mehr gelten, is all about things losing their validity. Imagine a rule in your favorite game. If the game creators change it, the old rule gilt nicht mehr – it no longer applies. It’s like saying something is officially over or invalid. It’s a common way to talk about expired tickets, old laws, or agreements that are no longer in effect. It has a definitive feel, like a pronouncement.
How To Use It
You use nicht mehr gelten when something’s status changes from valid to invalid. It’s a fixed expression, so you usually put the subject first. For example, Die alte Regel gilt nicht mehr. (The old rule no longer applies). You can also use it with specific timeframes. 'This offer gilt nicht mehr after Friday.' It’s straightforward and widely understood.
Real-Life Examples
- Your train ticket from yesterday? It
gilt nicht mehrtoday. Time to buy a new one! - The 'early bird' discount code you saw online? Check the fine print. It might
nicht mehr gelten. - A specific law in your country might be repealed. Then, it
gilt nicht mehr. - That 'buy one, get one free' coupon? If it's expired, it
gilt nicht mehr. - The special offer on the streaming service? If the promotion ended, it
gilt nicht mehr.
When To Use It
Use nicht mehr gelten for things that have a defined period of validity. This includes tickets, coupons, offers, agreements, and even rules or laws. It’s perfect when you want to state clearly that something is no longer active or binding. Think of it as the official 'game over' for a specific condition. It’s also great for expressing that a previous understanding or agreement is now void. For instance, if you and a friend agreed to split a bill a certain way, but circumstances change, you might say, 'Our old agreement gilt nicht mehr.'
When NOT To Use It
Avoid nicht mehr gelten for things that are permanently invalid or never were. For example, you wouldn't say a mythical creature gilt nicht mehr. It never applied in the first place! Also, don't use it for personal feelings or opinions that have changed. Instead of 'My love for pineapple pizza gilt nicht mehr,' you'd say 'I don't like pineapple pizza anymore.' It’s for official status changes, not personal preferences. And definitely don't use it for something that's just 'old' but still functional. A vintage car gilt – it’s still a car!
Common Mistakes
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Das Ticket ist nicht mehr gültig.→ ✓Das Ticket gilt nicht mehr.(Whilegültigmeans valid,geltenis the verb that pairs withnicht mehrto form this specific idiom.Gültigis an adjective.) - ✗
Diese Regel macht nicht mehr Sinn.→ ✓Diese Regel gilt nicht mehr.(Macht Sinnmeans 'makes sense,' which is different from 'applying' or 'being valid'. A rule can still make sense but no longer apply.) - ✗
Mein Handy funktioniert nicht mehr.→ ✓Mein Handy gilt nicht mehr.(This is a big one!Funktioniert nicht mehrmeans 'doesn't work anymore.'Gilt nicht mehrmeans 'is no longer valid.' Your phone might still work but its contractgilt nicht mehr.) - ✗
Das Angebot ist nicht mehr aktuell.→ ✓Das Angebot gilt nicht mehr.(Aktuellmeans 'current.' While related,gilt nicht mehris more about validity than just being up-to-date. An offer can be current but expired.)
Similar Expressions
ungültig sein: This means 'to be invalid.' It's very similar but often used for the state of being invalid rather than the process of becoming invalid.Das Ticket ist ungültig.(The ticket is invalid.)abgelaufen sein: This specifically means 'to be expired,' usually for time-sensitive items like food or subscriptions.Mein Abo ist abgelaufen.(My subscription has expired.)nicht mehr gültig sein: As mentioned, this is close, butgeltenis the idiomatic verb here. Think ofgültigas the adjective describing the state thatgeltenachieves or loses.auslaufen: This means 'to expire' or 'to run out,' often used for contracts or deadlines.Der Vertrag läuft aus.(The contract expires.)
Common Variations
Das gilt nicht mehr.(This doesn't apply anymore.) - A very common, slightly more casual shortening.Das gilt schon lange nicht mehr.(That hasn't applied for a long time.) - Emphasizes the duration.Das gilt ab sofort nicht mehr.(This no longer applies immediately.) - Stresses the immediate effect.Der Preis gilt nicht mehr.(The price no longer applies.) - Specific to pricing or offers.
Memory Trick
Imagine a 'Geltungsbereich' (area of validity) like a magical force field around a rule or ticket. When that field *goes away* – when it's *no more* (nicht mehr) – the rule or ticket is useless. So, nicht mehr gelten is like the magic force field fizzling out! Poof!
Quick FAQ
- What's the main idea? It means something is no longer valid or official. Like a rule that's been cancelled.
- Can I use it for people? Usually not. It's for things like rules, tickets, or agreements, not personal status.
- Is it formal? It's pretty neutral. You can use it in most everyday situations and even in some professional contexts.
Notas de uso
This phrase is highly versatile, fitting into neutral and slightly formal contexts. Be mindful not to confuse it with phrases about functionality (`funktionieren`) or mere irrelevance (`relevant sein`). Its core meaning is about official validity ending.
Check your tickets
Always check the 'Gültigkeit' of your train ticket. If it says 'gilt nur am...', it won't be valid the next day.
The 'i' change
Don't forget: er/sie/es GILT. Many learners say 'er gelt', which sounds very wrong to natives.
Legal German
If you see 'nicht mehr geltendes Recht', it refers to laws that have been repealed.
Directness
Saying 'Das gilt nicht mehr' can be very direct. In social situations, you might soften it with 'Leider...' (Unfortunately).
Ejemplos
12Hey, ich wollte fragen, ob die Tickets für morgen noch gelten?
Hey, I wanted to ask if the tickets for tomorrow are still valid?
Here, `gelten` is used in its positive form to ask about validity. The negative `nicht mehr gelten` would be used if they *weren't* valid.
Bitte beachten Sie: Dieses Sonderangebot gilt nicht mehr nach dem 31. Dezember.
Please note: This special offer no longer applies after December 31st.
This is a classic use case for `nicht mehr gelten` – marking the end of a promotional period.
Die Regel, dass wir keine Handys im Unterricht haben dürfen, gilt nicht mehr.
The rule that we aren't allowed phones in class no longer applies.
Shows how `nicht mehr gelten` can be used for regulations that have been updated or abolished.
OMG, der Black Friday Sale ist vorbei! 😭 Alles gilt nicht mehr!
OMG, the Black Friday sale is over! 😭 Everything no longer applies!
An emotional, slightly exaggerated use common on social media to emphasize the end of a popular event.
Ich habe die alte Version gelöscht. Die ist nicht mehr relevant.
I deleted the old version. It's no longer relevant.
Here, `relevant` is used instead of `gilt nicht mehr`, showing a common alternative when the focus is on relevance rather than strict validity.
Unsere bisherige Strategie in diesem Bereich gilt nicht mehr, wir brauchen einen neuen Ansatz.
Our previous strategy in this area no longer applies, we need a new approach.
Used professionally to indicate that an old method or plan is outdated and a change is necessary.
Du hast versprochen, mir zu helfen? Tja, das gilt wohl nicht mehr, oder?
You promised to help me? Well, that probably doesn't apply anymore, does it?
A slightly sarcastic or teasing use, implying the promise has been broken.
✗ Mein alter Studentenausweis ist nicht mehr gültig. → ✓ Mein alter Studentenausweis gilt nicht mehr.
✗ My old student ID is no longer valid. → ✓ My old student ID no longer applies.
While `gültig` means valid, `gelten` is the idiomatic verb for this phrase. Using `gültig` is not wrong, but `gilt nicht mehr` is the specific collocation.
✗ Dieses alte Handy gilt nicht mehr. → ✓ Dieses alte Handy funktioniert nicht mehr.
✗ This old phone no longer applies. → ✓ This old phone no longer works.
A common error! `Gilt nicht mehr` is about official status, `funktioniert nicht mehr` is about being broken or not operational.
Leider muss ich euch mitteilen, dass mein altes Visum nicht mehr gilt.
Unfortunately, I have to inform you that my old visa is no longer valid.
A serious context where the validity of a travel document is crucial.
Der Rabattcode 'SUMMER20' gilt nicht mehr. Bitte versuchen Sie einen anderen.
The discount code 'SUMMER20' no longer applies. Please try another one.
A very common e-commerce scenario where codes expire.
Unsere Vereinbarung, dass du die Musik auswählst, gilt nicht mehr. Ich habe eine Playlist gemacht.
Our agreement that you choose the music no longer applies. I made a playlist.
Shows how the phrase can be used to cancel a prior arrangement.
Ponte a prueba
Fill in the correct form of 'gelten' in the present tense.
Mein alter {der|m} Pass ______ nicht mehr.
'Pass' is singular (er), so 'gelten' changes to 'gilt'.
Which sentence is correct for food?
How do you say the milk is expired?
'Abgelaufen' is the specific term for food expiration.
Complete the dialogue.
A: Kann ich mit diesem {der|m} Ticket fahren? B: Nein, es ______ ______ ______.
This is the standard phrase for an invalid ticket.
Match the phrase to the situation.
Where would you hear 'Diese {die|f} Preise gelten nicht mehr'?
Prices 'gelten' (apply) as long as the menu is current.
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Ayudas visuales
Gelten vs. Ablaufen
Banco de ejercicios
4 ejerciciosMein alter {der|m} Pass ______ nicht mehr.
'Pass' is singular (er), so 'gelten' changes to 'gilt'.
How do you say the milk is expired?
'Abgelaufen' is the specific term for food expiration.
A: Kann ich mit diesem {der|m} Ticket fahren? B: Nein, es ______ ______ ______.
This is the standard phrase for an invalid ticket.
Where would you hear 'Diese {die|f} Preise gelten nicht mehr'?
Prices 'gelten' (apply) as long as the menu is current.
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Tutoriales en video
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Preguntas frecuentes
10 preguntasNo, for a broken phone use 'kaputt'. 'Nicht mehr gelten' is for abstract validity, not physical function.
It is neutral to formal. You can use it with friends or with a boss.
'Ungültig' is an adjective (invalid), 'gelten' is a verb (to be valid). 'Das Ticket ist ungültig' vs 'Das Ticket gilt nicht mehr'. Both are common.
Use 'Das gilt nicht für dich'.
It's better to use 'out sein' or 'nicht mehr modern sein'. 'Gelten' sounds too much like a rule.
The past tense is 'galt'. For example: 'Das Ticket galt gestern noch.'
No! That is a common mistake even for German children. The correct form is 'gilt'.
Yes, to say an agreement or a promise is over: 'Unsere Abmachung gilt nicht mehr.'
No, it usually takes 'für' + Akkusativ.
It means the 'area of validity', like the zones where a bus ticket can be used.
Frases relacionadas
ungültig sein
synonymTo be invalid
ablaufen
similarTo expire
außer Kraft treten
specialized formTo go out of force
hinfällig sein
similarTo be moot/obsolete
Gültigkeit haben
contrastTo have validity
