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German Phrase

Lass uns die Garage ausmisten.

/las ʊns diː ˈɡaʁaː ˈaʊsˌmɪstən/
Meaning"Let's clean out the garage."
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Meaning

The sentence means 'Let's clean out the garage' or 'Let's declutter the garage.' It suggests a joint effort to remove unwanted items and make the space tidy.

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When to use

Use this informal phrase when you want to propose cleaning, organizing, or getting rid of junk in a shared space, especially with friends or family.

✦Grammar Breakdown

LassunsdieGarageausmisten

1

Imperativ mit 'lassen'

In colloquial German, 'lass uns' (or 'lasst uns' for plural) is used to propose an action together, equivalent to English 'let's'.

2

Pronomen 'uns'

Here 'uns' is the accusative form of the personal pronoun meaning 'us', required after 'lassen' in this construction.

3

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The feminine noun 'Garage' takes the article 'die' in nominative and accusative cases.

4

Trennbares Verb 'ausmisten'

In the infinitive the prefix 'aus-' is attached; in finite forms it separates and moves to the end of the clause.

🗨In Conversation

A

Lass uns die Garage ausmisten.

Let's clean out the garage.

Gute Idee, ich bringe ein paar Kisten für die Sachen, die wir behalten wollen.

Good idea, I'll bring some boxes for the things we want to keep.

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✕Common Mistakes

  • Lassen wir die Garage ausmisten.

    The correct imperative form for a suggestion is 'Lass uns', not 'Lassen wir'.

  • Lass uns die Garage ausmisten wir.

    Do not add an extra subject pronoun after the verb; the verb already includes the suggestion.

  • Lass uns die Garage ausmisten heute.

    If you want to add a time expression, place it before the verb phrase: 'Lass uns heute die Garage ausmisten.'

↔Alternatives

  • Wir sollten die Garage aufräumen.

    We should tidy up the garage.

  • Lass uns die Garage entrümpeln.

    Let's clear out the garage.

  • Wie wäre es, wenn wir die Garage ausmisten?

    How about we clean out the garage?

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Cultural Tip

In Germany, the concept of 'Entrümpeln' (decluttering) is popular during the annual 'Frühjahrsputz' (spring cleaning). 'Ausmisten' is a casual verb often used for getting rid of old or unnecessary items, especially in garages, attics, or basements. Keep the tone informal; in a formal setting you would use 'Wir sollten die Garage aufräumen' instead of 'Lass uns...'.