Meaning
To ask about the time or date of an event.
Cultural Background
Punctuality is a social virtue. Asking 'Wann' is a polite way to ensure you are on time. Similar to Germany, but often slightly more relaxed in social settings. Extremely precise. 'Wann' often implies a very specific minute.
Keep it simple
Don't overthink the grammar. Just use 'Wann ist' + [Noun].
Watch out for 'Wenn'
Never use 'Wenn' for questions. It is the most common error for beginners.
Meaning
To ask about the time or date of an event.
Keep it simple
Don't overthink the grammar. Just use 'Wann ist' + [Noun].
Watch out for 'Wenn'
Never use 'Wenn' for questions. It is the most common error for beginners.
Test Yourself
Fill in the blank with the correct verb.
Wann ____ {das|n} Fest?
'Fest' is singular, so we use 'ist'.
Choose the correct interrogative.
____ ist dein Geburtstag?
'Wann' is for time, 'Wenn' is for conditions.
Match the event to the question.
Wann ist...?
You ask about events, not adjectives.
Complete the dialogue.
A: Ich gehe ins Kino. B: ____?
Asking for the time is the most logical follow-up.
🎉 Score: /4
Visual Learning Aids
Practice Bank
4 exercisesWann ____ {das|n} Fest?
'Fest' is singular, so we use 'ist'.
____ ist dein Geburtstag?
'Wann' is for time, 'Wenn' is for conditions.
Match each item on the left with its pair on the right:
You ask about events, not adjectives.
A: Ich gehe ins Kino. B: ____?
Asking for the time is the most logical follow-up.
🎉 Score: /4
Frequently Asked Questions
6 questionsYes, for any event or appointment.
Use 'Wann sind' instead of 'Wann ist'.
No, it is very standard and polite.
No, use 'Wer' for people.
Yes, it works for dates and times.
Because 'Wenn' is a conjunction, not an interrogative.
Related Phrases
Um wie viel Uhr?
specialized formAt what time?
Wann findet das statt?
similarWhen does that take place?
Wie lange?
contrastHow long?
