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German Phrase

Als Nächstes schauen wir uns ... an.

/als ˈnɛːçtəs ˈʃaʊ̯ən viːɐ̯ ʔʊns ... an/
Meaning"Next, we will look at ..."
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Meaning

The sentence introduces the next item or topic that will be examined or demonstrated. It is commonly used in presentations, tutorials, or any step‑by‑step explanation.

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When to use

Use this phrase when you are guiding an audience through a sequence of points, such as in a classroom lecture, a business meeting, a video tutorial, or a guided tour.

✦Grammar Breakdown

AlsNächstesschauenwiruns...an

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Als Nächstes

A fixed adverbial phrase meaning 'next' or 'after that'. 'Nächstes' is capitalized because it functions as a noun in this expression.

2

Trennbares Verb: anschauen

The verb 'anschauen' is separable; in main clauses the prefix 'an' moves to the end of the sentence.

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Reflexivpronomen 'uns'

When 'anschauen' is used with a reflexive pronoun, the pronoun stays before the verb and does not move with the separable prefix.

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Verb‑2 Position

In declarative main clauses the finite verb ('schauen') occupies the second position, after the introductory adverbial phrase.

🗨In Conversation

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Als Nächstes schauen wir uns das Diagramm an.

Next, we will look at the diagram.

Gut, das hilft mir, das Konzept besser zu verstehen.

Great, that helps me understand the concept better.

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✕Common Mistakes

  • Als Nächstes schauen wir das Diagramm an uns.

    The reflexive pronoun must stay before the verb; it does not move after the separable prefix.

  • Als nächstes schauen wir uns ... an.

    In this fixed expression 'Nächstes' is capitalized because it functions as a noun.

  • Als Nächstes schauen wir uns an ... .

    The separable prefix 'an' must be placed at the end of the clause.

↔Alternatives

  • Als nächstes betrachten wir ...

    Next, we will consider ...

  • Im nächsten Schritt sehen wir uns ... an.

    In the next step, we will look at ...

  • Danach werfen wir einen Blick auf ...

    After that, we will take a look at ...

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Cultural Tip

In German presentations, the phrase 'Als Nächstes' signals a clear transition and is considered formal but friendly. Remember to keep the noun 'Nächstes' capitalized, even though it looks like an adjective. Also, avoid overusing the reflexive form; 'schauen wir uns ... an' is idiomatic, whereas 'schauen wir ...' without 'uns' sounds less natural in this context.