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German Phrase

Gibt's WLAN in den Zimmern?

/ɡɪpt͡s ˈveːlaːn ɪn deːn ˈtsɪmɐn/
Meaning"Is there Wi‑Fi in the rooms?"
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Meaning

A traveler asks whether the rooms (e.g., hotel rooms, Airbnb apartments) are equipped with Wi‑Fi. It’s a practical question for staying connected while on the road.

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When to use

Use this sentence at a hotel reception, when checking into an Airbnb, or when speaking with a host about the amenities of a rental property.

✦Grammar Breakdown

Gibt'sWLANindenZimmern?

1

Gibt's (gibt es)

A contraction of the impersonal verb 'geben' + the dummy subject 'es'. Used to ask if something exists.

2

WLAN

A loanword for 'Wi‑Fi', treated as a neuter noun (das WLAN) in German.

3

in den Zimmern

The preposition 'in' with the dative plural 'den Zimmern' indicates location inside multiple rooms.

🗨In Conversation

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Gibt's WLAN in den Zimmern?

Is there Wi‑Fi in the rooms?

Ja, das WLAN ist im ganzen Haus verfügbar. Das Passwort steht an der Rezeption.

Yes, the Wi‑Fi is available throughout the building. The password is at the reception.

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✕Common Mistakes

  • Gibt WLAN in den Zimmern?

    While understandable, the standard polite form includes the dummy subject 'es' (Gibt es …). The contraction 'Gibt's' is more natural in spoken German.

  • Gibt's WLAN im Zimmern?

    The preposition 'in' with a location requires the dative case; the correct plural dative is 'den Zimmern', not 'im Zimmern'.

  • Gibt's WLAN in dem Zimmer?

    If you refer to a single room, use the singular dative 'dem Zimmer'. Mixing singular and plural forms creates confusion.

↔Alternatives

  • Gibt es WLAN in den Zimmern?

    Is there Wi‑Fi in the rooms?

  • Steht WLAN in den Zimmern zur Verfügung?

    Is Wi‑Fi provided in the rooms?

  • Haben die Zimmer WLAN?

    Do the rooms have Wi‑Fi?

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Cultural Tip

In Germany many hotels offer free Wi‑Fi, but the speed and coverage can vary. Some only provide it in the lobby or require a password that’s displayed on a card. Always ask if there’s a limit on data usage or a separate charge for high‑speed access.