German Phrase
Schreib deine Adresse oben links hin.
Meaning
This is an informal command telling someone to write their address in the upper‑left corner of a document or form. It uses the du‑imperative and a clear spatial adverbial phrase.
When to use
Use this sentence when you are giving a quick, informal instruction while filling out paperwork, applications, or letters, especially in a classroom or office setting where the speaker and listener are on familiar terms.
✦Grammar Breakdown
SchreibdeineAdresseobenlinkshin
Imperative (du)
‘Schreib’ is the du‑imperative of ‘schreiben’; drop the -e ending for a more colloquial tone.
Possessive pronoun
‘deine’ matches the feminine noun ‘Adresse’ in the accusative case.
Accusative object
‘Adresse’ is the direct object of the verb ‘schreiben’.
Adverbial location
‘oben links’ is a compound adverb meaning ‘at the top left’.
Directional particle ‘hin’
‘hin’ indicates the direction of the writing action, i.e., where to write.
🗨In Conversation
Kannst du das Formular ausfüllen?
Can you fill out the form?
Ja, ich schreibe meine Adresse oben links hin.
Yes, I’ll write my address at the top left.
✕Common Mistakes
Schreibe deine Adresse oben links hin.
‘Schreibe’ is grammatically correct but sounds overly formal; ‘Schreib’ is the usual colloquial imperative.
Schreib dein Adresse oben links hin.
‘Adresse’ is feminine, so the possessive must be ‘deine’, not ‘dein’.
Schreib deine Adresse oben rechts hin.
The instruction is for the left side; ‘oben rechts’ would give the wrong location.
↔Alternatives
Trag deine Adresse oben links ein.
Enter your address at the top left.
Schreibe deine Anschrift oben links.
Write your address at the top left.
Cultural Tip
German forms traditionally place the address in the upper‑left corner, unlike some countries that use the top‑right. Saying ‘oben links’ removes any ambiguity and sounds natural in both formal and informal contexts.