Meaning
States the time is 4:45.
Cultural Background
Punctuality is highly valued; being on time is a sign of respect. Similar to Germany, the quarter-hour system is standard. Swiss German speakers also use this system, often with a slight dialectal variation. In global business, Germans might use 24-hour time to avoid confusion with international partners.
The 'Halb' Trap
Always remember that 'halb' refers to the next hour. 'Halb fünf' is 4:30, not 5:30.
Regional Differences
In some regions, 'Viertel fünf' means 4:15. Use 'Viertel nach vier' to be safe.
Meaning
States the time is 4:45.
The 'Halb' Trap
Always remember that 'halb' refers to the next hour. 'Halb fünf' is 4:30, not 5:30.
Regional Differences
In some regions, 'Viertel fünf' means 4:15. Use 'Viertel nach vier' to be safe.
Test Yourself
Fill in the correct preposition.
Es ist Viertel ____ fünf.
'Vor' means before, which is correct for 4:45.
Which time is 'Viertel vor fünf'?
Choose the correct time.
Viertel vor fünf is 15 minutes before 5:00.
Match the German time to the English.
Match: Viertel vor fünf
Viertel vor fünf = 4:45.
Complete the dialogue.
A: Wann kommt der Bus? B: Er kommt um ____.
This is the correct way to state the time.
🎉 Score: /4
Visual Learning Aids
Practice Bank
4 exercisesEs ist Viertel ____ fünf.
'Vor' means before, which is correct for 4:45.
Choose the correct time.
Viertel vor fünf is 15 minutes before 5:00.
Match each item on the left with its pair on the right:
Viertel vor fünf = 4:45.
A: Wann kommt der Bus? B: Er kommt um ____.
This is the correct way to state the time.
🎉 Score: /4
Frequently Asked Questions
2 questionsIt means 4:45. It is 15 minutes before 5:00.
Yes, it is perfectly acceptable in professional settings.
Related Phrases
Viertel nach fünf
contrast5:15
Halb fünf
similar4:30
Dreiviertel fünf
similar4:45
