German Phrase
Bis wann ist die Frist?
Meaning
Literally, 'Until when is the deadline?' It asks for the exact date or time by which something must be completed. The phrase is neutral in tone and can be used in both formal and informal settings.
When to use
Use this question when you need clarification about a due date—whether in a work meeting, a school assignment, or when arranging a personal appointment.
✦Grammar Breakdown
BiswannistdieFrist
Bis (preposition)
Used to indicate a point in time up to which something lasts; translates to 'until' or 'by'.
wann (interrogative adverb)
Asks about a point in time, equivalent to 'when'.
ist (verb sein, 3rd person singular)
The present tense of 'to be' used with singular nouns.
die (definite article, feminine)
The feminine singular definite article; 'Frist' is a feminine noun.
Frist (noun)
Means 'deadline' or 'time limit'. It is a feminine noun (die Frist).
🗨In Conversation
Bis wann ist die Frist für das Projekt?
Until when is the deadline for the project?
Die Frist ist am Freitag, den 22. März, um 17 Uhr.
The deadline is on Friday, March 22, at 5 p.m.
✕Common Mistakes
Bis wann ist der Termin?
Learners sometimes replace "Frist" with "Termin", which changes the nuance; "Termin" is an appointment, not a deadline.
Bis wann sind die Frist?
Using "sind" would be wrong because "Frist" is singular.
Bis wann ist der Frist?
The article must match gender; "Frist" is feminine, never "der".
↔Alternatives
Wie lange haben wir noch Zeit?
How much time do we still have?
Bis zu welchem Datum ist die Frist?
Until which date is the deadline?
Wann muss das erledigt sein?
When does it have to be finished?
Cultural Tip
German speakers value punctuality and clear deadlines. When you ask "Bis wann ist die Frist?" you are showing that you respect the schedule. In very formal contexts (e.g., legal or academic), you might hear the more precise "Bis zu welchem Termin ist die Frist gesetzt?" but the basic phrase works in everyday conversation.