German Phrase
Wann sehen wir uns wieder?
Meaning
This phrase is a warm and direct way to ask about a future meeting. It utilizes the reflexive construction 'uns sehen' (to see each other) combined with 'wieder' (again) to indicate a reunion.
When to use
Use this phrase when parting ways with someone you enjoy spending time with, such as a friend, a date, or a family member. It signals that you are interested in maintaining the relationship and want to plan the next encounter.
✦Grammar Breakdown
Wannsehenwirunswieder
Wann (Question Word)
'Wann' is used to ask about a point in time. In a main clause question, it triggers the verb-second word order.
Reflexive Pronoun (uns)
The word 'uns' acts as the reflexive pronoun for 'wir', indicating that the action of seeing is mutual between the speakers.
Separable Verb Logic
'Wiedersehen' is a separable verb. In this question format, 'sehen' is conjugated in the second position while the prefix 'wieder' moves to the end.
🗨In Conversation
Der Abend war wirklich toll, aber ich muss jetzt gehen.
The evening was really great, but I have to go now.
Ich fand es auch schön. Wann sehen wir uns wieder?
I enjoyed it too. When will we see each other again?
✕Common Mistakes
Wann wir sehen uns wieder?
In German questions, the verb must occupy the second position, immediately following the question word 'Wann'.
Wann sehen wir uns?
While technically correct for 'When do we see us?', omitting 'wieder' makes it sound like a first-time meeting rather than a reunion.
↔Alternatives
Bis bald!
See you soon!
Wann hast du wieder Zeit?
When do you have time again?
Wann treffen wir uns das nächste Mal?
When are we meeting next time?
Cultural Tip
In German-speaking cultures, asking this often implies a genuine intent to make plans. If someone responds with a specific day or time, they aren't being pushy; they are simply following the social cue that a real follow-up is desired.