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German Phrase

Ja, hier hast du eine kostenlose Karte.

/jaː hiːɐ̯ hast duː ˈaɪ̯nə ˈkɔstn̩loːzə ˈkaʁtə/
Meaning"Yes, here you have a free map."
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Meaning

This phrase is a direct and friendly way to offer something to someone, specifically a free map in this context. It literally translates to "Yes, here have you a free map." It's a common and polite expression used when handing over an item.

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When to use

You would use this phrase when you are responding to someone who has asked for something, and you are now presenting it to them. It's suitable in informal settings, like giving directions to a tourist or offering a brochure to a friend.

✦Grammar Breakdown

Ja,hierhastdueinekostenloseKarte.

1

Ja

'Ja' means 'yes' and is a common affirmative response in German. It's often used at the beginning of a sentence to confirm something.

2

hier

'Hier' means 'here' and indicates location. It often triggers an inversion of the subject and verb when it starts a sentence or clause, as seen with 'hier hast du'.

3

hast du

'Hast du' is the informal conjugation of the verb 'haben' (to have) for 'du' (you). The inverted word order 'hast du' (verb-subject) is common after adverbs like 'hier'.

4

eine

'Eine' is the indefinite article for feminine nouns in the nominative or accusative case. 'Karte' is a feminine noun, so 'eine' is used here.

5

kostenlose

'Kostenlose' is an adjective meaning 'free'. It takes the '-e' ending because it's a feminine noun ('Karte') in the nominative case, preceded by an indefinite article ('eine').

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Karte

'Karte' is a feminine noun meaning 'map' or 'card'. In this context, it refers to a geographical map.

🗨In Conversation

A

Entschuldigen Sie, haben Sie eine Karte von der Stadt?

Excuse me, do you have a map of the city?

Ja, hier hast du eine kostenlose Karte.

Yes, here you have a free map.

B

✕Common Mistakes

  • Ja, hier hast du ein kostenlose Karte.

    The indefinite article 'eine' is feminine for 'Karte', and the adjective 'kostenlose' must match in gender and case (nominative feminine).

  • Ja, hier hast du eine kostenlos Karte.

    Adjectives modifying a noun in German must take an ending. 'Kostenlos' is the adverbial form; 'kostenlose' is the correct adjectival form here.

  • Ja, hier hast du eine kostenlose Karten.

    The noun 'Karte' should be singular if you are offering one map. 'Karten' is plural.

↔Alternatives

  • Hier ist eine kostenlose Karte.

    Here is a free map.

  • Gerne, hier ist eine kostenlose Karte für dich.

    Gladly, here is a free map for you.

  • Bitte schön, eine kostenlose Karte.

    Here you go, a free map.

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Cultural Tip

In German culture, directness is often appreciated, and this phrase is a good example of a clear and helpful offer. While 'du' (you, informal) is used here, remember to use 'Sie' (you, formal) and adjust the verb conjugation ('haben' becomes 'haben Sie') when addressing strangers or in formal situations, e.g., 'Ja, hier haben Sie eine kostenlose Karte.'