Meaning
Indicating suitability or agreement.
Cultural Background
In German service culture, 'Das passt schon' is the standard way to tip small amounts by rounding up the bill. Austrians might use 'Das geht sich aus' as a synonym for 'Das passt' when talking about time or space constraints. Swiss Germans often use 'Das stimmt' (That's correct) in similar contexts of agreement, though 'Das passt' is also widely used.
The 'Schon' Power-up
Add 'schon' to make it 'Das passt schon'. This is the ultimate way to be chill in German. It means 'It's fine, don't worry about it'.
Dative Case
Remember: it's 'Das passt MIR', not 'Das passt MICH'. Using the wrong case is a dead giveaway of a beginner.
Meaning
Indicating suitability or agreement.
The 'Schon' Power-up
Add 'schon' to make it 'Das passt schon'. This is the ultimate way to be chill in German. It means 'It's fine, don't worry about it'.
Dative Case
Remember: it's 'Das passt MIR', not 'Das passt MICH'. Using the wrong case is a dead giveaway of a beginner.
Test Yourself
Fill in the correct form of the verb 'passen'.
Dienstag um 9 Uhr ___ mir sehr gut.
The subject is 'Dienstag um 9 Uhr' (singular), so we use 'passt'.
Which sentence means 'The shoes are the right size'?
Select the correct option:
'Passen' is the standard verb for physical fit.
Match the phrase to the situation.
You are paying 9.50€ with a 10€ note and don't want change.
'Das passt schon' is the idiomatic way to decline small change.
Complete the dialogue.
A: Können wir uns morgen treffen? B: Ja, ___.
'Das passt' is the most natural response to a scheduling suggestion.
🎉 Score: /4
Visual Learning Aids
Practice Bank
4 exercisesDienstag um 9 Uhr ___ mir sehr gut.
The subject is 'Dienstag um 9 Uhr' (singular), so we use 'passt'.
Select the correct option:
'Passen' is the standard verb for physical fit.
You are paying 9.50€ with a 10€ note and don't want change.
'Das passt schon' is the idiomatic way to decline small change.
A: Können wir uns morgen treffen? B: Ja, ___.
'Das passt' is the most natural response to a scheduling suggestion.
🎉 Score: /4
Frequently Asked Questions
3 questionsYes, but it means they fit into a group or a job role, not that you like them romantically.
Yes, it is perfectly neutral and professional.
'Passen' is for size/suitability. 'Stehen' is for how something looks on you (e.g., 'The blue shirt looks good on you').
Related Phrases
Das geht.
similarThat works / That's possible.
Abgemacht!
synonymDeal! / It's a bargain!
Das ist passend.
specialized formThat is appropriate.
