Signification
To confirm that everything is in order or satisfactory.
Contexte culturel
The phrase reflects the 'Ordnung muss sein' mentality. Even in casual conversation, Germans value the confirmation that rules and systems are being followed. In Austria, you might hear 'Passt schon' as a more relaxed alternative, implying 'It's fine enough' rather than 'It's in perfect order'. Swiss German speakers use 'Alles im grüene Berych' (Everything in the green zone) to mean the same thing, using a technical/gauge metaphor.
The Universal Answer
If you don't know how to respond to a complex German question about your status, 'Alles in Ordnung' is the safest, most polite default.
Don't over-article
Never say 'in der Ordnung'. It's a common mistake that immediately marks you as a beginner.
Signification
To confirm that everything is in order or satisfactory.
The Universal Answer
If you don't know how to respond to a complex German question about your status, 'Alles in Ordnung' is the safest, most polite default.
Don't over-article
Never say 'in der Ordnung'. It's a common mistake that immediately marks you as a beginner.
Teste-toi
Complete the sentence to ask if everything is okay.
Ist _____ in Ordnung?
'Alles' is the neuter singular pronoun meaning 'everything'.
Which response is most appropriate when a waiter asks 'Ist alles in Ordnung?'
Waiter: 'Ist alles in Ordnung?'
'Alles bestens' is a great way to say everything is perfect.
Identify the correct word order.
Which sentence is correct?
Subject (Alles) + Verb (ist) + Prepositional Phrase (in Ordnung).
Fill in the missing phrase.
A: 'Ich habe mein Handy verloren!' B: 'Oh nein! Aber bist du okay?' A: 'Ja, körperlich ist ____.'
This confirms the person is physically fine despite the loss.
🎉 Score : /4
Aides visuelles
When to use 'Alles in Ordnung'
Health
- • After a fall
- • At the doctor
- • Checking on a friend
Objects
- • Car repair
- • Computer status
- • Broken glass
Banque d exercices
4 exercicesIst _____ in Ordnung?
'Alles' is the neuter singular pronoun meaning 'everything'.
Waiter: 'Ist alles in Ordnung?'
'Alles bestens' is a great way to say everything is perfect.
Which sentence is correct?
Subject (Alles) + Verb (ist) + Prepositional Phrase (in Ordnung).
A: 'Ich habe mein Handy verloren!' B: 'Oh nein! Aber bist du okay?' A: 'Ja, körperlich ist ____.'
This confirms the person is physically fine despite the loss.
🎉 Score : /4
Questions fréquentes
2 questionsIt is neutral. You can use it in a job interview or with your grandma.
'Alles gut' is more casual and often used to say 'No problem' or 'Don't worry about it'. 'Alles in Ordnung' is more about the state of things being correct.
Expressions liées
Alles klar
synonymEverything clear / Understood
Alles gut
similarAll good
In Butter
idiomEverything in butter (Everything is great)
