Meaning
Stating that you understand something completely.
Cultural Background
Germans value directness. Saying 'Das ist mir klar' is seen as efficient, not rude. Austrians might use 'Alles klar' more frequently to soften the tone. Swiss German speakers often use 'Alles klar' or 'Verstanden' in professional settings. People in the North are often very brief. 'Klar' alone is often enough.
Tone matters
Say it with a flat tone to be neutral, or a rising tone to sound surprised.
Don't be rude
Avoid saying this to your boss if they are explaining something important; it might sound like you are bored.
Meaning
Stating that you understand something completely.
Tone matters
Say it with a flat tone to be neutral, or a rising tone to sound surprised.
Don't be rude
Avoid saying this to your boss if they are explaining something important; it might sound like you are bored.
Test Yourself
Fill in the correct dative pronoun.
Das ist ___ klar.
The dative case is required for the person experiencing the clarity.
Which sentence is correct?
Select the correct version.
The standard form is 'Das ist mir klar'.
Match the German phrase to its English meaning.
Match: Das ist mir klar.
The phrase literally means 'That is clear to me'.
Complete the dialogue.
A: 'Wir treffen uns um 10.' B: '___'
This is the standard way to confirm understanding of a plan.
🎉 Score: /4
Visual Learning Aids
Practice Bank
4 exercisesDas ist ___ klar.
The dative case is required for the person experiencing the clarity.
Select the correct version.
The standard form is 'Das ist mir klar'.
Match each item on the left with its pair on the right:
The phrase literally means 'That is clear to me'.
A: 'Wir treffen uns um 10.' B: '___'
This is the standard way to confirm understanding of a plan.
🎉 Score: /4
Frequently Asked Questions
3 questionsYes, it is perfectly acceptable in professional emails.
Only if your tone is dismissive.
Because 'sein' with an adjective requires the dative case for the experiencer.
Related Phrases
Alles klar
synonymEverything is clear.
Ich verstehe
similarI understand.
Das ist mir neu
contrastThat is new to me.
Klaro!
specialized formSure!
