German Phrase
Ist der Wasserdruck gut?
Meaning
The sentence asks whether the water pressure is good. It can refer to the pressure in a shower, faucet, or any plumbing system, and is a quick way to check if the flow feels strong enough.
When to use
Use this question when you’re staying in a hotel, visiting a friend’s house, or speaking with a plumber to confirm that the water pressure meets expectations. It’s also handy when testing a new appliance that uses water.
✦Grammar Breakdown
IstderWasserdruckgut?
Verb 'sein' (Ist)
‘Ist’ is the 3rd person singular present form of ‘sein’ (to be) and is used for statements and questions about a subject’s state.
Definite article ‘der’
‘der’ is the nominative masculine article, matching the gender of the noun ‘Wasserdruck’.
Compound noun ‘Wasserdruck’
‘Wasserdruck’ is a masculine compound noun (der Wasserdruck) meaning ‘water pressure’.
Predicative adjective ‘gut’
When an adjective follows ‘sein’, it stays in its base form without an ending.
🗨In Conversation
Ist der Wasserdruck gut?
Is the water pressure good?
Ja, er ist stark genug für eine angenehme Dusche.
Yes, it’s strong enough for a comfortable shower.
✕Common Mistakes
Ist das Wasserdruck gut?
‘Wasserdruck’ is masculine, so the correct article is ‘der’, not ‘das’.
Ist der Wasserdruck guten?
After ‘sein’, adjectives stay in their base form; do not add the ending ‘-en’.
Ist der Wasser Druck gut?
‘Wasserdruck’ is a single compound noun, not two separate words.
↔Alternatives
Wie ist der Wasserdruck?
How is the water pressure?
Ist der Wasserdruck ausreichend?
Is the water pressure sufficient?
Funktioniert der Wasserdruck gut?
Does the water pressure work well?
Cultural Tip
In German‑speaking countries a typical household water pressure is about 2–3 bar. If the pressure feels weak, people often check the ‘Wasserdruck’ before calling a plumber. In hotels, guests may ask this question to ensure a good shower experience.