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German Phrase

Wir brauchen auch Tischdeko.

/viːɐ̯ ˈbʁaʊ̯xən aʊ̯x ˈtɪʃˌdeːko/
Meaning"We also need table decoration."
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Meaning

The sentence means ‘We also need table decoration.’ It is a straightforward way to say that, in addition to other items, you require something to decorate a table – for example for a party or a wedding.

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When to use

Use this phrase when you are planning an event, setting a table, or discussing supplies with a team. It works in informal and semi‑formal contexts, especially when you want to add the idea of ‘also’ to a list of needed items.

✦Grammar Breakdown

WirbrauchenauchTischdeko

1

Personalpronomen (Wir)

‘Wir’ is the first‑person plural pronoun, used for ‘we’. It always takes the verb in the plural form.

2

Verb ‘brauchen’

‘brauchen’ means ‘to need’ and is a regular verb that takes a direct object in the accusative case.

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Adverb ‘auch’

‘auch’ means ‘also/too’ and is placed directly before the element it modifies – here the whole object ‘Tischdeko’.

4

Compound noun ‘Tischdeko’

‘Tischdeko’ is a short form of ‘Tischdekoration’. As a mass noun it can appear without an article.

🗨In Conversation

A

Wir haben schon Teller und Gläser bestellt.

We have already ordered plates and glasses.

Wir brauchen auch Tischdeko.

We also need table decoration.

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✕Common Mistakes

  • Wir braucht auch Tischdeko.

    ‘braucht’ is the 3rd‑person singular form; with ‘Wir’ you must use the plural ‘brauchen’.

  • Wir brauchen auch die Tischdeko.

    ‘Tischdeko’ is used as a mass noun here, so an article is not needed.

  • Wir brauchen Tischdeko auch.

    Placing ‘auch’ after the object changes the emphasis; it should stay before the noun to mean ‘also’.

↔Alternatives

  • Wir benötigen ebenfalls Tischdeko.

    We also require table decoration.

  • Wir brauchen noch Tischdeko.

    We still need table decoration.

  • Wir brauchen auch eine Tischdekoration.

    We also need a table decoration.

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Cultural Tip

In German‑speaking countries, table decoration (Tischdeko) is a big part of celebrations such as birthdays, weddings, and Oktoberfest gatherings. When speaking to a German host, it’s polite to ask what style they prefer – ‘Möchtet ihr eher klassische Tischdeko oder etwas Buntes?’ – because aesthetics can vary widely by region and occasion.