German Phrase
Behalte die lokalen Wettervorhersagen im Auge.
Meaning
The sentence tells someone to monitor the local weather forecasts closely, usually so they can react to changing conditions. It uses the idiom ‘im Auge behalten’, which conveys continuous attention rather than a one‑time glance.
When to use
Use this phrase when you’re planning an outdoor event, a hike, or any activity that depends on the weather. It’s also common in workplaces where logistics depend on accurate forecasts, such as construction or event management.
✦Grammar Breakdown
BehaltedielokalenWettervorhersagenimAuge
Imperative of behalten
‘Behalte’ is the du‑imperative of the verb ‘behalten’ (to keep), used here to give a direct instruction.
Definite article with plural noun
‘die … Wettervorhersagen’ uses the plural definite article ‘die’ because ‘Wettervorhersage’ is a countable noun in plural.
Prepositional phrase ‘im Auge’
‘im Auge’ (in the eye) is an idiomatic expression meaning ‘to keep an eye on’; it combines the dative article ‘dem’ → ‘im’ with the noun ‘Auge’.
Adjective declension
‘lokalen’ is the weak declension of the adjective ‘lokal’ that follows the definite article ‘die’ in the plural.
🗨In Conversation
Behalte die lokalen Wettervorhersagen im Auge, damit wir das Picknick nicht absagen müssen.
Keep an eye on the local weather forecasts so we don’t have to cancel the picnic.
Klar, ich schaue jeden Morgen nach.
Sure, I’ll check them every morning.
✕Common Mistakes
Sieh die lokalen Wettervorhersagen im Auge.
‘Sehen’ means ‘to see’, not ‘to keep track of’. Use ‘Behalte’ for continuous monitoring.
die lokale Wettervorhersagen
With the plural noun ‘Wettervorhersagen’ the adjective must be weak‑declined: ‘lokalen’.
↔Alternatives
Achte auf die lokalen Wettervorhersagen.
Pay attention to the local weather forecasts.
Verfolge die lokalen Wetterprognosen.
Follow the local weather predictions.
Cultural Tip
In German‑speaking countries, checking the weather is a routine part of planning, especially for outdoor activities. The idiom ‘im Auge behalten’ is informal but widely accepted; in a very formal context you might prefer ‘Beobachten Sie die lokalen Wettervorhersagen’.