German Phrase
Wo ist das Schwimmbad?
Meaning
This question asks for the location of the swimming pool. It is a straightforward way to request directions to a public pool, a hotel’s pool, or any swimming facility.
When to use
Use this phrase when you are looking for a swimming pool while traveling, at a sports complex, or when a local mentions a pool you want to find. It works in both formal and informal contexts.
✦Grammar Breakdown
WoistdasSchwimmbad?
Wo (interrogative adverb)
‘Wo’ asks for a location and is placed at the beginning of a yes‑no or wh‑question.
ist (sein, 3rd person singular)
‘ist’ is the present tense of ‘sein’ (to be) used with singular nouns.
das (definite article, neuter nominative)
‘das’ marks the noun as neuter and in the nominative case, which is required after ‘sein’.
Schwimmbad (neuter noun)
‘Schwimmbad’ means ‘swimming pool’; it is a neuter noun, so it takes ‘das’ in the nominative.
🗨In Conversation
Wo ist das Schwimmbad?
Where is the swimming pool?
Das Schwimmbad ist gleich um die Ecke, links von der Bibliothek.
The swimming pool is just around the corner, left of the library.
✕Common Mistakes
Wo ist der Schwimmbad?
‘Schwimmbad’ is neuter, so the correct article is ‘das’.
Wo sind das Schwimmbad?
The verb must agree with the singular noun; use ‘ist’ not ‘sind’.
Wo ist das Schwimmbad
In written German, a question mark is required at the end.
↔Alternatives
Wo befindet sich das Schwimmbad?
Where is the swimming pool located?
Wie komme ich zum Schwimmbad?
How do I get to the swimming pool?
Können Sie mir den Weg zum Schwimmbad zeigen?
Can you show me the way to the swimming pool?
Cultural Tip
In Germany, ‘Schwimmbad’ usually refers to a public indoor pool (often part of a ‘Badeanstalt’). Outdoor pools are called ‘Freibad’. When asking for directions, Germans appreciate a polite ‘Entschuldigung’ before the question. Also, note that the noun is neuter – saying ‘der Schwimmbad’ is a common error for beginners.