German Phrase
Schau dir die Seiten von Immobilienmaklern an.
Meaning
This is a helpful suggestion or directive aimed at someone searching for property. It uses the reflexive 'dir' with the separable verb 'anschauen' to imply a thorough or personal viewing of the material.
When to use
Use this phrase when giving advice to friends or colleagues who are struggling to find an apartment or house. It is common in casual or semi-formal conversations about the housing market.
✦Grammar Breakdown
SchaudirdieSeitenvonImmobilienmaklernan
Separable Verb (anschauen)
The verb 'anschauen' is separable; in the imperative form, the prefix 'an' moves to the end of the sentence.
Dative Case
'Immobilienmaklern' is in the dative plural form because it follows the preposition 'von'.
🗨In Conversation
Ich finde einfach keine passende Wohnung in Berlin.
I just can't find a suitable apartment in Berlin.
Schau dir die Seiten von Immobilienmaklern an.
Look at the real estate agents' websites.
✕Common Mistakes
Schau dir die Seiten von Immobilienmaklern.
The sentence is incomplete without the separable prefix 'an' at the end.
Schau die Seiten von Immobilienmaklern an.
Omitting 'dir' is grammatically possible but sounds less natural in conversational German for this context.
↔Alternatives
Besuch die Webseiten der Makler.
Visit the agents' websites.
Prüf mal die Angebote der Immobilienmakler.
Check out the real estate agents' offers.
Cultural Tip
In Germany, the rental market is extremely competitive. While many people use large portals, individual 'Immobilienmakler' often have exclusive listings on their own websites that haven't been posted elsewhere yet.