German Phrase
Hat Dr. Smith Zeit für eine Beratung?
Meaning
The sentence asks whether Dr. Smith is available for a consultation. It is a polite, professional way to check a specialist’s schedule before arranging an appointment.
When to use
Use this question in medical offices, business meetings, or any setting where you need to confirm a specialist’s availability for a short advisory session.
✦Grammar Breakdown
HatDr.SmithZeitfüreineBeratung?
Verb‑first in yes/no questions
In German yes/no questions the finite verb moves to the first position, followed by the subject.
Haben + Zeit + für
The verb 'haben' is used to express having time for something; the construction 'Zeit für' is a fixed collocation.
Indefinite article with feminine nouns
'Beratung' is feminine, so the correct article is 'eine' (accusative).
Use of titles
Professional titles such as 'Dr.' are kept before the surname and are not declined.
Preposition 'für' + accusative
'für' always governs the accusative case, which is why 'eine Beratung' appears in the accusative.
🗨In Conversation
Hat Dr. Smith Zeit für eine Beratung?
Does Dr. Smith have time for a consultation?
Ja, er hat heute Nachmittag um drei Uhr Zeit.
Yes, he is free this afternoon at three o’clock.
✕Common Mistakes
Hat Dr. Smith hat Zeit für eine Beratung?
Avoid duplicating the verb; the sentence already starts with the verb 'Hat'.
Hat Dr. Smith Zeit für ein Beratung?
'Beratung' is feminine, so the article must be 'eine', not the masculine 'ein'.
Hat Dr Smith Zeit für eine Beratung?
When using a title, include the period after the abbreviation and keep the surname unchanged.
↔Alternatives
Kann Dr. Smith eine Beratung anbieten?
Can Dr. Smith offer a consultation?
Steht Dr. Smith für eine Beratung zur Verfügung?
Is Dr. Smith available for a consultation?
Ist Dr. Smith für eine Beratung verfügbar?
Is Dr. Smith available for a consultation?
Cultural Tip
In German professional contexts, titles such as 'Dr.' are routinely used and show respect. When asking about someone's schedule, the phrase 'Zeit für' is the most natural way to express 'time for'. Keep the question formal unless you have a close relationship with the person.