German Phrase
Der Fahrkartenautomat ist da drüben.
Meaning
The sentence points out the position of the ticket‑machine, indicating that it is located over there, usually across the platform or a short distance away. It is a simple declarative statement used to give directions in public transport settings.
When to use
Use this phrase when you or someone else asks where to buy a ticket in a train station, bus terminal, or any place with a ticket‑machine. It works best when the machine is visible but not right next to the speaker.
✦Grammar Breakdown
DerFahrkartenautomatistdadrüben
Der (definite article)
Masculine nominative singular article used before a noun that is the subject of the sentence.
Fahrkartenautomat (compound noun)
A masculine noun formed from Fahrkarte (ticket) + Automat (machine); it stays masculine regardless of the compounds.
ist (sein)
Third‑person singular present of the verb "sein" (to be), used for location statements.
da (adverb of place)
Means "there" and points to a location that is not right next to the speaker.
drüben (adverb of place)
Specifies a location that is a bit farther away, often across a space; together with "da" it emphasizes "over there".
🗨In Conversation
Entschuldigung, wo finde ich den Fahrkartenautomat?
Excuse me, where can I find the ticket machine?
Der Fahrkartenautomat ist da drüben, neben dem Ausgang.
The ticket machine is over there, next to the exit.
✕Common Mistakes
Der Fahrkartenautomat ist hier drüben.
"Hier" means "here" (right next to the speaker). Using it would suggest the machine is right beside you, which changes the meaning.
Der Fahrkartenautomat ist dort drüben.
"Dort" already means "there"; adding "drüben" is redundant and sounds unnatural.
Fahrkartenautomat ist da drüben.
The article "Der" is required because "Fahrkartenautomat" is a specific, masculine noun.
↔Alternatives
Der Fahrkartenautomat steht dort drüben.
The ticket machine stands over there.
Der Fahrkartenautomat befindet sich dort.
The ticket machine is located there.
Der Fahrkartenautomat ist auf der anderen Seite.
The ticket machine is on the other side.
Cultural Tip
In German‑speaking countries ticket machines are ubiquitous in train stations (Bahnhof), tram stops, and bus terminals. When giving directions, Germans often use "da drüben" for something that can be seen but is a short walk away, while "hier" would imply it is right next to you. Remember to keep a polite tone – a simple "Entschuldigung" or "Bitte" goes a long way.