German Phrase
Gibt's heute noch Termine?
Meaning
The speaker is asking whether there are any appointment slots still available for today. It is a quick way to check availability in a clinic, office, or any service that schedules meetings.
When to use
Use this informal question when you need to know if you can still book a meeting or a service for the same day. It works well in casual conversations with reception staff, colleagues, or friends.
✦Grammar Breakdown
Gibt'sheutenochTermine?
Contraction "Gibt's"
"Gibt's" is the colloquial contraction of "gibt es"; the dummy subject "es" is omitted in spoken German.
Impersonal verb "geben"
"geben" is used impersonally to indicate existence, similar to English "there is/are".
"noch" (still/yet)
"noch" adds the nuance of "still" or "any left" when combined with a time reference.
Plural noun "Termine"
"Termine" is the plural of "Termin" (appointment); the verb "gibt" already agrees with the dummy subject, not the noun.
🗨In Conversation
Gibt's heute noch Termine?
Are there any appointments left today?
Ja, wir haben noch zwei freie Zeitfenster um 15 Uhr.
Yes, we still have two free slots at 3 p.m.
✕Common Mistakes
Gibt heute noch Termine?
Missing the dummy subject "es" (or its contraction) makes the sentence ungrammatical.
Gibt's heute noch Termin?
"Termin" must be plural when you ask about any remaining slots.
Gibt es heute noch Termine
Omitting the question mark or intonation can turn the sentence into a statement.
↔Alternatives
Haben Sie heute noch freie Termine?
Do you still have free appointments today?
Sind heute noch Termine frei?
Are there any appointments free today?
Gibt es heute noch freie Zeitfenster?
Are there any free time slots left today?
Cultural Tip
In German business and service contexts, asking about availability is common. "Gibt's" is informal; in a formal setting (e.g., speaking to a doctor’s office) you should use the full form "Gibt es" or the polite "Haben Sie". Also, "Termin" can refer to a medical appointment, a business meeting, or any scheduled slot, so the context determines the level of formality.