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German Phrase

Ist das das richtige Karussell?

/ɪst das das ˈʁɪç.tɪ.ɡə kaˈʁʊs.əl/
Meaning"Is that the right carousel?"
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Meaning

The speaker is asking whether the carousel they are looking at is the correct one they intended to ride or refer to. It can also imply checking a map or a guide to confirm the right attraction.

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When to use

Use this question at amusement parks, fairs, or any venue with multiple rides when you need to verify you are standing in front of the intended carousel. It’s also handy when a friend points out a ride and you want to be sure it’s the one you both agreed on.

✦Grammar Breakdown

IstdasdasrichtigeKarussell?

1

Verb "sein" (Ist)

"Ist" is the 3rd person singular present of the verb "sein" (to be) and is used for forming yes‑no questions.

2

Demonstrative pronoun "das" (first)

The first "das" points to something previously mentioned or visible, equivalent to "that" in English.

3

Definite article "das" (second)

The second "das" is the neuter definite article that introduces the noun "Karussell".

4

Adjective ending "-e" (richtige)

After a definite article the adjective takes the weak ending "-e" in the nominative neuter singular.

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Neuter noun "Karussell"

"Karussell" is a neuter noun (das Karussell) meaning a merry‑go‑round or carousel.

🗨In Conversation

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Ist das das richtige Karussell?

Is that the right carousel?

Ja, das ist es. Das hier ist das alte Holzkarussell aus 1920.

Yes, it is. This one is the old wooden carousel from 1920.

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✕Common Mistakes

  • Ist das das richtige Karussell?

    Learners often think the double "das" is a mistake; the first is a demonstrative pronoun, the second is the article.

  • Ist das das richtiger Karussell?

    Using the strong ending "-er" is wrong because the noun is preceded by the definite article "das".

  • Ist das das richtige Karusell?

    The correct spelling is "Karussell" with double "s".

↔Alternatives

  • Ist das das richtige Fahrgeschäft?

    Is that the right ride?

  • Ist das das richtige Karussell für uns?

    Is that the right carousel for us?

  • Steht hier das richtige Karussell?

    Is the correct carousel located here?

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Cultural Tip

In German‑speaking amusement parks the word "Karussell" usually refers to a classic, often wooden, merry‑go‑round. Modern thrill rides are called "Fahrgeschäft" or "Achterbahn". When asking for directions, Germans tend to be concise, so a short question like "Ist das das richtige Karussell?" is perfectly natural. If you want to be extra polite, you can add "Entschuldigung" at the beginning.