German Phrase
Stehst du gleich auf?
Meaning
This phrase is a common way to ask if someone is about to get out of bed or stand up from a seated position. It uses the separable verb 'aufstehen', where the prefix 'auf' moves to the end of the sentence. The word 'gleich' indicates that the action is expected to happen very soon.
When to use
Use this in the morning when talking to someone still in bed, or when you are waiting for someone who is currently sitting down to join you for an activity. It is informal and best suited for friends, family, or close colleagues.
✦Grammar Breakdown
Stehstdugleichauf?
Separable Verb (aufstehen)
The verb is 'aufstehen'. In a simple question, the prefix 'auf' separates from the root 'steh' and moves to the end of the clause.
Question Word Order
In yes/no questions, the conjugated verb takes the first position, followed immediately by the subject 'du'.
🗨In Conversation
Der Wecker hat schon geklingelt. Stehst du gleich auf?
The alarm has already rung. Are you getting up right away?
Ja, ich bin in fünf Minuten in der Küche.
Yes, I will be in the kitchen in five minutes.
✕Common Mistakes
Stehst du auf gleich?
In German, the separable prefix 'auf' must be placed at the very end of the sentence.
Tust du gleich aufstehen?
Avoid using 'tun' as an auxiliary verb to form questions; simply conjugate the main verb 'stehst'.
↔Alternatives
Stehst du jetzt auf?
Are you getting up now?
Kommst du bald aus dem Bett?
Are you coming out of bed soon?
Cultural Tip
Germans often appreciate a direct approach to daily routines. While 'gleich' means 'soon' or 'right away', in a morning context, it is often a gentle nudge to start the day. Using 'du' is appropriate for the household setting where this phrase is most common.