German Phrase
Nein, das ist ein verhaltensbasiertes Interview.
Meaning
The speaker is correcting someone, stating that the situation being discussed is a behavior‑based interview rather than another type of interview. It emphasizes the method of assessment – focusing on past actions and competencies.
When to use
Use this sentence in a professional setting when you need to clarify the format of a job interview, especially when distinguishing a behavioral interview from a traditional or technical interview.
✦Grammar Breakdown
Nein,dasisteinverhaltensbasiertesInterview.
Negation with Nein
‘Nein’ is a stand‑alone word used to contradict or refuse a preceding statement.
Subject‑Verb Agreement (das ist)
‘das’ is a neuter demonstrative pronoun; the verb ‘ist’ (is) matches the third‑person singular.
Indefinite Article ‘ein’
‘Interview’ is neuter, so the indefinite article in the nominative case is ‘ein’.
Adjective Declension (verhaltensbasiertes)
When an adjective follows an indefinite article, it takes a strong ending; here ‘‑es’ because the noun is neuter nominative.
Neuter Noun ‘Interview’
‘Interview’ is borrowed from English and is treated as neuter in German (das Interview).
🗨In Conversation
Wir führen ein strukturiertes Interview durch, oder?
We’re doing a structured interview, right?
Nein, das ist ein verhaltensbasiertes Interview.
No, this is a behavior‑based interview.
✕Common Mistakes
Nein, das ist ein der Interview.
‘Interview’ is neuter, so the correct article is ‘das’ or ‘ein’ in the nominative.
Nein, das ist ein verhaltensbasiert Interview.
The adjective must be declined; after ‘ein’ it needs the ending ‘‑es’.
Nein, das ist ein verhaltensbasiertes Interview?
A statement does not end with a question mark; use a period unless you really ask.
↔Alternatives
Nein, das ist ein Interview, das auf Verhalten abzielt.
No, this is an interview that focuses on behavior.
Nein, das ist ein verhaltensorientiertes Interview.
No, this is a behavior‑oriented interview.
Nein, das ist ein Interview nach dem verhaltensbasierten Ansatz.
No, this is an interview using the behavior‑based approach.
Cultural Tip
In German corporate culture, ‘verhaltensbasiertes Interview’ (often shortened to ‘Verhaltensinterview’) is a standard term. Recruiters expect concrete examples from candidates (e.g., ‘Erzählen Sie mir von einer Situation, in der…’). Using the exact term shows you’re familiar with German HR jargon and helps you sound professional.