German Phrase
Alles ist klar gekennzeichnet.
Meaning
The sentence states that every item, sign, or area is marked in a way that leaves no doubt about its purpose. It is often used to reassure someone that directions or safety information are easy to see.
When to use
Use this phrase when you want to confirm that signage, labels, or markings are obvious – for example, in a museum, at a construction site, on a map, or when checking a new office layout.
✦Grammar Breakdown
Allesistklargekennzeichnet
Alles (pronoun)
‘Alles’ is a neuter singular pronoun meaning ‘everything’; it takes singular verb agreement.
ist (verb ‘sein’)
The present tense of ‘sein’ is used as a linking verb; it links the subject to the predicative adjective/participle.
klar (adjective)
‘klar’ means ‘clear’ and here functions as an adverbial modifier of the participle, indicating the manner of the marking.
gekennzeichnet (past participle)
‘gekennzeichnet’ is the past participle of ‘kennzeichnen’ (to mark). After ‘sein’ it stays in the base form – no ending is added.
🗨In Conversation
Ist der Notausgang hier klar gekennzeichnet?
Is the emergency exit clearly marked here?
Ja, alles ist klar gekennzeichnet.
Yes, everything is clearly marked.
✕Common Mistakes
Alles sind klar gekennzeichnet.
‘Alles’ is singular neuter, so the verb must be ‘ist’, not ‘sind’.
Alles ist klar gekennzeichnete.
After ‘sein’ the participle stays in its base form; no ending is added.
Alles ist klaren gekennzeichnet.
‘klar’ modifies the participle and stays unchanged; it is not declined here.
↔Alternatives
Alles ist deutlich gekennzeichnet.
Everything is distinctly marked.
Alles ist gut sichtbar markiert.
Everything is well‑visiblely marked.
Alles ist eindeutig gekennzeichnet.
Everything is unambiguously marked.
Cultural Tip
In German‑speaking countries, especially in public buildings and workplaces, regulations demand that safety routes, exits, and hazardous areas be ‘klar gekennzeichnet’. Germans appreciate precise, unambiguous signage, so using this phrase shows you understand the local standard of order and safety.