German Phrase
Der Bericht ist fast fertig.
Meaning
The sentence means “The report is almost finished.” It conveys that the work on the report is near completion, but a few final touches may still be needed.
When to use
Use this phrase when you want to give a status update on a document, especially in meetings, emails, or casual conversation with colleagues about a work project.
✦Grammar Breakdown
DerBerichtistfastfertig
Der (definite article)
Definite article in nominative masculine; agrees with the noun 'Bericht'.
Bericht (noun)
Masculine noun meaning 'report', used in the nominative case as the subject.
ist (sein)
Third‑person singular present of the verb 'sein' (to be), linking the subject to the predicate.
fast (adverb)
Adverb meaning 'almost' or 'nearly', placed before the adjective it modifies.
fertig (predicative adjective)
Adjective used predicatively, meaning 'finished' or 'ready'.
🗨In Conversation
Wie läuft der Bericht?
How is the report coming along?
Der Bericht ist fast fertig.
The report is almost finished.
✕Common Mistakes
Der Bericht ist, fast fertig.
Do not split the adverb and adjective with a comma; they stay together.
Fast ist der Bericht fertig.
Word order sounds unnatural; keep the subject first.
Der Bericht ist fertig fast.
The adverb 'fast' must precede the adjective, not follow it.
↔Alternatives
Der Bericht ist beinahe fertig.
The report is nearly finished.
Der Bericht ist fast abgeschlossen.
The report is almost completed.
Der Bericht ist fast fertiggestellt.
The report is almost completed (more formal).
Cultural Tip
In German business communication, giving precise status updates is valued. 'Fast' is perfectly acceptable in both spoken and written German, but in very formal reports you might prefer 'beinahe' or 'fast abgeschlossen' for a slightly more polished tone.