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German Phrase

Entschuldige, ist das meine Bestellung?

/ɛntˈʃʊldiɡə ɪst das ˈmaɪ̯nə bəˈʃtɛlʊŋ/
Meaning"Excuse me, is that my order?"
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Meaning

You politely apologize for interrupting and ask whether the dish or item in front of you is the one you ordered. It combines a courteous opening with a direct yes/no question.

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When to use

Use this phrase in a restaurant, café, or take‑away counter when you think a plate, bag, or drink might be yours but you’re not sure. It works best in informal settings with staff you address with 'du'.

✦Grammar Breakdown

Entschuldige,istdasmeineBestellung?

1

Entschuldige (imperative)

The informal singular imperative of 'entschuldigen' used to politely get someone's attention.

2

Verb‑Subject Inversion

In yes/no questions, the verb 'ist' precedes the subject 'das' (verb‑subject order).

3

Demonstrative Pronoun 'das'

'das' refers to a specific thing (the dish) and is neuter, matching the implied noun.

4

Possessive Adjective 'meine'

'meine' agrees in gender and case with the feminine noun 'Bestellung' (nominative).

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Noun 'Bestellung'

A feminine noun meaning 'order' (as in a food order).

🗨In Conversation

A

Entschuldige, ist das meine Bestellung?

Excuse me, is this my order?

Ja, das ist Ihre Bestellung. Hier bitte.

Yes, that is your order. Here you go.

B

✕Common Mistakes

  • Entschuldige, ist das mein Bestellung?

    The noun 'Bestellung' is feminine, so the possessive must be 'meine', not the masculine 'mein'.

  • Entschuldigung, ist das meine Bestellung?

    Using the formal 'Entschuldigung' with a friend is overly stiff; match the level of politeness to the relationship.

  • Entschuldige, das ist meine Bestellung?

    In a yes/no question the verb must come first; 'ist das meine Bestellung?' is correct, not 'das ist meine Bestellung?'.

↔Alternatives

  • Entschuldigung, ist das meine Bestellung?

    Excuse me, is that my order? (more formal)

  • Entschuldige, ist das meine?

    Excuse me, is that mine?

  • Entschuldige, gehört das zu meiner Bestellung?

    Excuse me, does that belong to my order?

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Cultural Tip

In German-speaking countries, 'Entschuldige' is used with friends, family, or staff you know well. In a restaurant you usually address the waitstaff with the formal 'Entschuldigen Sie' unless they have invited you to use 'du'. Also, Germans appreciate clear, concise requests, so pairing the apology with a direct question is considered polite and efficient.