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German Phrase

Wann ist der Elternsprechtag?

/van ɪst deːɐ̯ ˈʔɛltɐnˌʃprɛçˌtaːk/
Meaning"When is the parent‑teacher conference?"
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Meaning

A direct question asking for the date or time of the school’s parent‑teacher conference. It is neutral in tone and can be used by students, parents, or staff.

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When to use

Use this sentence when you need to find out when the next Elternsprechtag is scheduled – for example, when calling the school office, asking a teacher, or discussing plans with other parents.

✦Grammar Breakdown

WannistderElternsprechtag?

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Wann

Interrogative adverb meaning 'when', used to ask about time.

2

ist

3rd person singular present of 'sein' (to be).

3

der

Definite masculine article; 'Elternsprechtag' is masculine.

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Elternsprechtag

Compound noun (Eltern + Sprech + Tag) meaning 'parent‑teacher conference day'.

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Word order

In yes‑no questions the verb (ist) moves directly after the question word (Wann).

🗨In Conversation

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Wann ist der Elternsprechtag?

When is the parent‑teacher conference?

Er findet am 12. Mai von 16 Uhr bis 19 Uhr statt.

It takes place on May 12th from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m.

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✕Common Mistakes

  • Wann ist die Elternsprechtag?

    The noun is masculine, so the correct article is 'der', not 'die'.

  • Wann sind der Elternsprechtag?

    Because 'Elternsprechtag' is singular, the verb must be 'ist', not 'sind'.

  • Wann ist der Elternsprechertag?

    The correct spelling is 'Elternsprechtag' (no extra 'er').

↔Alternatives

  • An welchem Tag ist der Elternsprechtag?

    On which day is the parent‑teacher conference?

  • Wann findet der Elternsprechtag statt?

    When does the parent‑teacher conference take place?

  • Können Sie mir bitte das Datum des Elternsprechtags nennen?

    Could you please tell me the date of the parent‑teacher conference?

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Cultural Tip

In German schools the Elternsprechtag is usually held once or twice a year. Parents book time slots in advance, often via an online portal or a phone call. The event is formal: you address teachers with "Sie" and bring a notebook for notes. In some regions the term "Elternabend" is used for a more general information evening, while "Elternsprechtag" specifically refers to the one‑on‑one meetings.