“Gibt es hier in der Nähe...?”
Is there nearby...?
Asking DirectionsGeneralA2
Literal Translation
Word for word: “Gives it here in the nearness...?”
Pronunciation
/ɡɪpt ɛs hiːɐ̯ ɪn dɛːɐ̯ ˈnɛːə/
When to Use This Phrase
'Es gibt' (there is/there are) is one of the most useful constructions in German. It always uses the accusative case.
Example Sentences
Gibt es hier in der Nähe ein gutes Restaurant?
Is there a good restaurant nearby?
Gibt es hier in der Nähe eine Tankstelle?
Is there a gas station nearby?
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