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German Phrase

Schau dir die lokalen Anzeigen an.

/ʃaʊ̯ diːɐ̯ diː ˈloːkaːlən ˈʔanˌt͡saɪ̯ən/
Meaning"Take a look at the local ads."
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Meaning

This sentence is a friendly suggestion meaning “Take a look at the local ads.” It uses the informal 'du' form and invites the listener to browse advertisements that are specific to the area, such as classifieds, job postings, or local offers.

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When to use

Use this phrase when you want to recommend that someone checks out local classifieds, whether on a newspaper, a community board, or an online platform. It works well in casual conversation with friends, family, or colleagues.

✦Grammar Breakdown

SchaudirdielokalenAnzeigenan

1

Imperative (du) of 'schauen'

For the informal 'du' form, drop the '-en' ending of the infinitive and add no ending: 'schau'.

2

Reflexive dative pronoun

When the verb 'sich etwas anschauen' is used, the person looking is in dative: 'dir' for 'du'.

3

Separable prefix 'an-'

In main clauses the prefix moves to the end of the sentence: 'Schau ... an'.

4

Adjective declension with definite article

With a definite article in the accusative plural, the adjective takes the ending '-en': 'die lokalen Anzeigen'.

🗨In Conversation

A

Ich suche einen neuen Job in der Stadt.

I'm looking for a new job in town.

Schau dir die lokalen Anzeigen an.

Take a look at the local ads.

B

✕Common Mistakes

  • Du schau dir die lokalen Anzeigen an.

    The verb 'schauen' in the imperative already implies the 'du' subject; adding 'du' is redundant.

  • Schau mir die lokalen Anzeigen an.

    The reflexive pronoun must match the subject's case; for 'du' it is dative 'dir', not 'mir'.

  • Schau dir die lokale Anzeigen an.

    With the definite article 'die' in the accusative plural, the adjective takes the ending '-en'.

  • Schau dir an die lokalen Anzeigen.

    With separable verbs, the prefix 'an' moves to the end of the clause, not after the verb.

↔Alternatives

  • Sieh dir die lokalen Anzeigen an.

    Take a look at the local ads.

  • Wirf einen Blick auf die lokalen Anzeigen.

    Cast a glance at the local ads.

  • Schauen Sie sich die lokalen Anzeigen an.

    Take a look at the local ads. (formal)

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Cultural Tip

In German‑speaking countries, "lokale Anzeigen" often refer to the "Kleinanzeigen" section of newspapers or websites like eBay Kleinanzeigen, Quoka, or regional Facebook groups. When speaking to strangers or in a professional setting, switch to the formal form: "Schauen Sie sich die lokalen Anzeigen an."