German Phrase
Stimmt die Uhrzeit?
Meaning
Literally “Does the time match?” – a short way to ask whether the clock, watch, or a given time is correct. It can be used when you suspect a device is off or when you want to double‑check a time someone just told you.
When to use
Use this phrase when you look at a watch, a wall clock, or a phone and want to confirm the displayed time, or when someone tells you a time and you need to verify its accuracy.
✦Grammar Breakdown
StimmtdieUhrzeit?
Verb‑first question
In German yes/no questions the finite verb moves to the first position, so "stimmt" comes before the subject.
stimmen (to be correct)
"stimmen" is used with facts, statements or measurements; here it asks whether the shown time is correct.
die Uhrzeit (feminine noun)
"Uhrzeit" is a compound noun (Uhr + Zeit) and is always feminine, therefore the article is "die".
Question mark placement
The question mark follows the whole sentence; it is not a separate token in spoken German.
🗨In Conversation
Stimmt die Uhrzeit?
Is the time correct?
Ja, sie stimmt. Es ist genau 15:42.
Yes, it’s correct. It’s exactly 3:42 p.m.
✕Common Mistakes
Ist die Uhrzeit?
"Ist" asks about existence, not correctness. Use "stimmt" or "richtig" for accuracy.
Stimmt die Zeit?
"Zeit" refers to the abstract concept of time, not a specific clock reading.
Stimmt die Uhrzeit, ja?
Adding "ja" at the end turns the sentence into a tag question, which is uncommon in German.
↔Alternatives
Ist die Uhrzeit richtig?
Is the time right?
Zeigt die Uhr die korrekte Zeit an?
Does the clock show the correct time?
Hast du die richtige Uhrzeit?
Do you have the right time?
Cultural Tip
In German everyday conversation, "stimmt" is a very common way to ask about the correctness of facts, not just time. It sounds slightly more informal than "ist die Uhrzeit richtig?". When speaking with strangers or in a formal setting, you might prefer the full form "Ist die Uhrzeit korrekt?". Also, Germans tend to be punctual, so checking the time is a frequent small‑talk topic.