German Phrase
Ja, das ist eine Mitbringparty.
Meaning
The speaker confirms that the event being discussed is a ‘Mitbringparty’, i.e., a gathering where everyone is expected to bring something (food, drinks, snacks). It carries a friendly, informal tone.
When to use
Use this sentence when you want to confirm the nature of a casual get‑together, especially after someone asks what kind of party it is or whether you need to bring something.
✦Grammar Breakdown
JadasisteineMitbringparty
Ja (affirmation)
Used to agree or confirm something, similar to “yes” in English.
das (demonstrative pronoun)
Refers to a previously mentioned or obvious thing; here it points to the party.
ist (sein – 3rd person singular)
The present‑tense form of the verb “to be”; links the subject (das) with the predicate.
eine (indefinite article, feminine, nominative)
Because “Party” is a feminine noun, the article must be “eine”.
Mitbringparty (compound noun)
A colloquial term for a party where guests bring food or drinks; literally “bring‑along party”.
🗨In Conversation
Ja, das ist eine Mitbringparty.
Yes, that's a BYOB party.
Super, was soll ich denn mitbringen?
Great, what should I bring?
✕Common Mistakes
Ja, das ist ein Mitbringparty.
“Party” is feminine, so the correct indefinite article is “eine”.
Ja, das ist eine Mitbringen.
“Mitbringen” is a verb; the noun form is “Mitbringparty”.
Ja, das ist Mitbringparty.
The article “eine” is required before a singular feminine noun.
↔Alternatives
Ja, das ist eine Potluck‑Party.
Yes, that's a potluck party.
Ja, das ist eine Mitbring‑Veranstaltung.
Yes, that's a bring‑your‑own‑something event.
Ja, das ist ein Mitbring‑Event.
Yes, that's a bring‑along event.
Cultural Tip
In German‑speaking countries a Mitbringparty is a popular way to keep costs low and involve everyone in the preparation. It’s usually informal, often held at a private home or a garden, and guests are expected to bring a dish, drinks, or snacks. The term is more common among younger people and in urban areas; older generations might prefer “Potluck‑Party” or simply “Gemeinsames Essen”.