German Phrase
Wer putzt das Bad?
Meaning
This phrase is a direct question used to identify the person responsible for cleaning the bathroom. It combines the interrogative pronoun 'wer' (who) with the verb 'putzen', which specifically refers to the act of scrubbing or cleaning surfaces.
When to use
This is most commonly used in shared living situations, such as with roommates or family members, when discussing household chores. It is a neutral and practical way to organize cleaning duties.
✦Grammar Breakdown
WerputztdasBad?
Wer
The interrogative pronoun for 'who', which functions as the subject and requires a third-person singular verb form.
putzt
The present tense conjugation of 'putzen' for 'er/sie/es', used here for the unknown subject.
das Bad
A neuter noun meaning 'the bath' or 'the bathroom', appearing here as the direct object in the accusative case.
🗨In Conversation
Die Wohnung ist ziemlich dreckig. Wer putzt das Bad?
The apartment is quite dirty. Who cleans the bathroom?
Ich habe es letzte Woche gemacht, also bist du heute dran.
I did it last week, so it is your turn today.
✕Common Mistakes
Wer putzt den Bad?
'Bad' is a neuter noun (das Bad), so the article remains 'das' in the accusative case.
Wer putzen das Bad?
The verb must be conjugated to the third-person singular 'putzt' to agree with the subject 'wer'.
↔Alternatives
Wer ist mit dem Badezimmer dran?
Whose turn is it with the bathroom?
Wer ist für das Bad zuständig?
Who is responsible for the bathroom?
Cultural Tip
In Germany, shared apartments (WGs) often use a 'Putzplan' (cleaning schedule) to clearly define responsibilities. Asking this question is a standard part of maintaining household order and is not considered rude if chores are being neglected.