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German Phrase

Wann kann ich mir die Wohnung anschauen?

/van ˈkan ɪç miːɐ̯ diː ˈvoːnʊŋ ˈaŋʃaʊ̯ən/
Meaning"When can I view the apartment?"
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Meaning

Literally: ‘When can I look at the apartment for myself?’ In everyday English it means ‘When can I view the apartment?’ It is a polite request for a viewing appointment.

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When to use

Use this sentence when you contact a landlord, real‑estate agent, or current tenant to arrange a time to see a flat you are interested in renting or buying.

✦Grammar Breakdown

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1

Wann (question word)

‘Wann’ asks for a point in time. It is placed at the beginning of a yes‑no or wh‑question.

2

kann (modal verb können)

‘kann’ is the 1st‑person singular present of ‘können’, used to express ability or possibility.

3

ich (subject pronoun)

The personal pronoun that matches the verb ‘kann’.

4

mir (reflexive dative)

With ‘anschauen’ the reflexive pronoun is dative: ‘mir … anschauen’ = ‘to look at … for myself’.

5

die Wohnung (accusative object)

The noun ‘Wohnung’ (apartment) is the direct object of the separable verb ‘anschauen’.

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anschauen (separable verb)

In main clauses the prefix ‘an‑’ moves to the end: ‘kann … anschauen’.

🗨In Conversation

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Wann kann ich mir die Wohnung anschauen?

When can I view the apartment?

Wir haben am Mittwoch um 18 Uhr einen Besichtigungstermin frei.

We have a viewing slot free on Wednesday at 6 p.m.

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✕Common Mistakes

  • Wann kann ich die Wohnung anschauen?

    The reflexive pronoun must be dative; omitting it (‘kann ich die Wohnung anschauen’) sounds less natural.

  • Wie kann ich mir die Wohnung anschauen?

    ‘Wann’ asks for a specific time; using ‘wie’ (how) would change the meaning.

  • Wann kann ich mir die an schauen Wohnung?

    ‘Anschauen’ is separable; placing the prefix at the end is required in main clauses.

↔Alternatives

  • Ab wann kann ich die Wohnung besichtigen?

    From when can I inspect the apartment?

  • Könnten wir einen Termin zur Wohnungsbesichtigung vereinbaren?

    Could we arrange a time to view the apartment?

  • Wann wäre ein guter Zeitpunkt, die Wohnung zu besichtigen?

    When would be a good time to view the apartment?

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Cultural Tip

In German‑speaking countries it is customary to be punctual for a viewing and to bring a copy of your Schufa credit report, proof of income, and a short personal introduction. Landlords often prefer a brief, friendly conversation before the tour, so a polite opening like ‘Wann kann ich mir die Wohnung anschauen?’ is well‑received.