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German Phrase

Funktioniert die Klimaanlage gut?

/fʊŋkˈtsi̯oːnɪɐt diː ˈkliːmaˌʔanlaːɡə ɡuːt/
Meaning"Does the air‑conditioner work well?"
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Meaning

This question asks whether the air‑conditioner is operating properly or providing sufficient cooling. It can be used to check performance, to start a conversation about comfort, or to request a repair.

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When to use

Use this sentence when you enter a room, office, car or hotel and want to know if the AC is working well. It’s also handy when you’re troubleshooting a malfunction or simply making small talk about indoor climate.

✦Grammar Breakdown

FunktioniertdieKlimaanlagegut?

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Funktionieren (verb)

The verb *funktionieren* means “to work/operate”. In the present tense, third‑person singular it becomes *funktioniert*.

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die (definite article)

*die* is the nominative feminine singular article, used here because *Klimaanlage* is a feminine noun.

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Klimaanlage (noun)

*Klimaanlage* means “air‑conditioner”. It is a feminine noun (die Klimaanlage) and takes the article *die* in the nominative case.

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gut (adverb)

*gut* is an adverb meaning “well”. It modifies the verb *funktioniert* and does not change its form.

🗨In Conversation

A

Funktioniert die Klimaanlage gut?

Does the air‑conditioner work well?

Ja, sie kühlt schnell und leise.

Yes, it cools quickly and quietly.

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✕Common Mistakes

  • Funktionieren die Klimaanlage gut?

    The verb must be conjugated to match the third‑person singular subject.

  • Funktioniert der Klimaanlage gut?

    Klimaanlage is feminine, so the article must be *die*, not *der*.

  • Funktioniert die Klimaanlage gutes?

    When used as an adverb, *gut* stays unchanged; *gutes* is an adjective and is incorrect here.

↔Alternatives

  • Läuft die Klimaanlage gut?

    Is the air‑conditioner running well?

  • Ist die Klimaanlage in Ordnung?

    Is the air‑conditioner okay?

  • Kühlt die Klimaanlage ausreichend?

    Is the air‑conditioner cooling enough?

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Cultural Tip

In German‑speaking workplaces it’s common to ask about the climate control before starting a meeting, especially in summer. When speaking to a colleague you can stay informal (*du*), but with a client or a stranger use the formal *Sie*: *Funktioniert die Klimaanlage für Sie gut?*