15秒でわかる
- Used to state that rules or documents are currently active.
- More professional and weighted than the simple adjective 'gültig'.
- Essential for navigating German bureaucracy, travel, and legal matters.
意味
This phrase is used to say that a rule, a ticket, or an agreement is still active and valid. It is like saying something 'holds weight' or 'is still in force' right now.
主な例文
3 / 6Checking a train ticket with a conductor
Hat mein Ticket für diesen Zug noch Gültigkeit?
Is my ticket still valid for this train?
Discussing office rules with a colleague
Diese Regelung hat ab morgen keine Gültigkeit mehr.
This regulation will no longer be valid starting tomorrow.
Texting a friend about a shared agreement
Unsere Abmachung hat natürlich weiterhin Gültigkeit!
Our agreement still stands, of course!
文化的背景
The 'Gültigkeitsbereich' (area of validity) for transport tickets is a frequent topic of frustration and debate among Germans. In Austria, formal titles and official language are even more prevalent than in Germany, making this phrase very common in polite society. Swiss German often uses 'Gültigkeit' in the context of the 'Generalabonnement' (GA), the prestigious all-access travel card. German law distinguishes between 'Wirksamkeit' (effectiveness) and 'Gültigkeit' (validity), though in B1 German, 'Gültigkeit' is the go-to term.
Use it in emails
When writing to a landlord or a company, use 'Gültigkeit haben' to sound more professional and serious.
Negation check
Always use 'keine Gültigkeit' instead of 'nicht gültig' when you want to sound formal.
15秒でわかる
- Used to state that rules or documents are currently active.
- More professional and weighted than the simple adjective 'gültig'.
- Essential for navigating German bureaucracy, travel, and legal matters.
What It Means
Gültigkeit haben is a sophisticated way to say something is valid. It is not just about bus tickets. It is about rules, laws, and even promises. When something has Gültigkeit, it means the world still respects it. Think of it as the 'active' status of a contract or a social norm. It is the difference between a law that is enforced and one that is forgotten.
How To Use It
You use this like a standard verb phrase. The word Gültigkeit is the noun, and haben is the action. You will often see it with time-related words. For example, you might say a rule has Gültigkeit until next year. It sounds a bit more 'official' than just saying ist gültig. It carries a bit more weight in a conversation. Don't worry about complex grammar here; just conjugate haben to match your subject.
When To Use It
Use this when you want to sound precise. It is perfect for professional settings or when dealing with bureaucracy. Are you at the train station asking if your pass works? Use it. Are you in a meeting discussing company policy? Use it. It is also great for talking about universal truths. You might say 'Honesty should always have validity.' It makes you sound like a pro who understands the nuances of the language.
When NOT To Use It
Avoid this in very casual, high-speed slang. If you are just checking if a coupon works at a fast-food joint, geht das noch? is enough. Using Gültigkeit haben while ordering a burger might make the cashier think you are a lawyer. Also, do not use it for physical health or strength. It is strictly for rules, documents, and abstract concepts. It is about 'legal' or 'logical' standing, not physical fitness.
Cultural Background
Germany is famous for its love of rules and order. This phrase reflects that cultural pillar. In German society, knowing exactly what is 'valid' provides a sense of security. There is a specific comfort in knowing a rule has Gültigkeit. It removes ambiguity. Historically, German legal language has heavily influenced everyday speech. This phrase is a perfect example of that 'official' tone leaking into daily life.
Common Variations
You will often hear seine Gültigkeit verlieren. This means something has expired or is no longer true. It is the sad cousin of our phrase. You might also hear allgemeine Gültigkeit. This refers to something that applies to everyone, everywhere. Another one is noch immer Gültigkeit haben. This emphasizes that despite time passing, the rule still stands strong. It is like saying 'The old ways are still the best ways.'
使い方のコツ
This is a 'Funktionsverbgefüge' (noun-verb combination). It is more common in written German and formal speech than in casual street slang.
Use it in emails
When writing to a landlord or a company, use 'Gültigkeit haben' to sound more professional and serious.
Negation check
Always use 'keine Gültigkeit' instead of 'nicht gültig' when you want to sound formal.
例文
6Hat mein Ticket für diesen Zug noch Gültigkeit?
Is my ticket still valid for this train?
A polite, precise way to ask about your travel document.
Diese Regelung hat ab morgen keine Gültigkeit mehr.
This regulation will no longer be valid starting tomorrow.
Used to clarify a change in workplace policy.
Unsere Abmachung hat natürlich weiterhin Gültigkeit!
Our agreement still stands, of course!
Adds a layer of seriousness and commitment to a promise.
Meine Diät hat am Wochenende leider keine Gültigkeit.
Unfortunately, my diet has no validity on the weekend.
Uses formal language for a funny, relatable situation.
Hat dein Versprechen von gestern noch Gültigkeit?
Does your promise from yesterday still hold true?
Expresses a need for reassurance in a relationship.
Der Vertrag hat bis zum Jahresende Gültigkeit.
The contract is valid until the end of the year.
Standard business German for contract duration.
自分をテスト
Füllen Sie die Lücke mit der richtigen Form von 'Gültigkeit haben'.
Dieser Parkausweis ________ nur in Zone A ________.
The phrase is 'Gültigkeit haben'.
Welcher Satz ist korrekt?
A: Die Suppe hat Gültigkeit bis Freitag. B: Das Gesetz hat ab Januar Gültigkeit.
Gültigkeit is for laws, not for food (suppen).
Verbinden Sie das Nomen mit dem passenden Kontext.
Kontext-Matching
Tickets (Fahrscheine) are the primary context for 'Gültigkeit haben'.
Vervollständigen Sie den Dialog.
A: Warum darf ich hier nicht parken? B: Weil Ihr Ausweis hier ________ ________ ________.
Negation with 'keine' is required for nouns.
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ビジュアル学習ツール
Where to use 'Gültigkeit haben'
Documents
- • Reisepass
- • Visum
- • Vertrag
Travel
- • Fahrschein
- • BahnCard
- • Parkausweis
Rules
- • Gesetz
- • Hausordnung
- • Regelung
練習問題バンク
4 問題Dieser Parkausweis ________ nur in Zone A ________.
The phrase is 'Gültigkeit haben'.
A: Die Suppe hat Gültigkeit bis Freitag. B: Das Gesetz hat ab Januar Gültigkeit.
Gültigkeit is for laws, not for food (suppen).
左の各項目を右のペアと一致させてください:
Tickets (Fahrscheine) are the primary context for 'Gültigkeit haben'.
A: Warum darf ich hier nicht parken? B: Weil Ihr Ausweis hier ________ ________ ________.
Negation with 'keine' is required for nouns.
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よくある質問
10 問No, it is only for abstract things like rules, laws, or documents. For a person, you might say someone is 'kompetent' or 'autorisiert'.
'Gültig sein' is better for speaking. 'Gültigkeit haben' is better for writing and formal situations.
Not exactly. 'Legal' means allowed by law. 'Gültigkeit haben' means a specific document or rule is currently active.
The opposite is 'keine Gültigkeit haben' or 'ungültig sein'.
Yes, 'Gültigkeit besitzen' is an even more formal synonym, often used in high-level legal texts.
Yes, scientific principles are said to 'Gültigkeit haben' within their specific fields.
Formal: 'Hat dieses Ticket Gültigkeit?' Informal: 'Ist das Ticket noch gültig?'
Yes, you can say: 'Die Kreditkarte hat bis 2026 Gültigkeit.'
Very common, especially when new laws or court rulings are announced.
Usually, we say a password is 'gültig' or 'ungültig', but 'Gültigkeit haben' is possible in technical documentation.
関連フレーズ
gültig sein
similarTo be valid
in Kraft treten
builds onTo come into force
Geltung haben
synonymTo be valid/recognized
Bestand haben
contrastTo endure/last
