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German Phrase

Ich will ein neues Konto eröffnen.

/ɪç vɪl aɪn ˈnɔʏ̯əs ˈkɔnto eˈʁœfn̩/
Meaning"I want to open a new account."
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Meaning

The speaker expresses a desire to open a new bank account. It is a straightforward statement of intention, using the modal verb *wollen* to convey personal will. The phrase is neutral in tone and can be used in both spoken and written contexts.

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When to use

Use this sentence when you are at a bank branch, filling out an online form, or speaking with a customer service representative about starting a new account. It works well in informal conversations, but in very formal settings you might prefer a more polite construction.

✦Grammar Breakdown

IchwilleinneuesKontoeröffnen

1

Modalverb *wollen*

*Will* is the 1st person singular present of *wollen* (to want). It is followed by an infinitive without *zu*.

2

Akkusativ mit unbestimmtem Artikel

After *ein* the adjective takes the strong ending *-es* because the noun *Konto* is neuter and in the accusative case.

3

Infinitiv ohne *zu*

When a modal verb is used, the main verb stays in its bare infinitive form (here *eröffnen*).

🗨In Conversation

A

Ich will ein neues Konto eröffnen.

I want to open a new account.

Gerne, wir benötigen dafür Ihren Ausweis und ein paar Angaben zu Ihrer Adresse.

Sure, we’ll need your ID and some address details for that.

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✕Common Mistakes

  • Ich will ein neuer Konto eröffnen.

    The adjective must agree with the neuter noun *Konto* in the accusative, so the correct ending is *-es*.

  • Ich will ein neues Konto zu eröffnen.

    When a modal verb is used, the infinitive does **not** take *zu*.

  • Will ich ein neues Konto eröffnen.

    In German the subject comes before the modal verb; the correct order is *Ich will …*.

↔Alternatives

  • Ich möchte ein neues Konto eröffnen.

    I would like to open a new account.

  • Ich plane, ein neues Konto zu eröffnen.

    I am planning to open a new account.

  • Könnte ich ein neues Konto eröffnen?

    Could I open a new account?

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Cultural Tip

German banks are very formal about identity verification. Even if you say *Ich will ein neues Konto eröffnen*, the teller will ask for your Personalausweis (ID) and often a proof of address. Using *möchten* instead of *will* sounds more polite and is preferred in customer‑service situations. Also, note that many banks now offer fully digital account opening, but the same phrasing works in both online and in‑person contexts.