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German Phrase

Hast du Wochenkarten?

/has(t) du ˈvoːxənˈkaʁtn/
Meaning"Do you have weekly tickets?"
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Meaning

The sentence asks whether the listener possesses weekly tickets, typically for public transportation or events that offer a week‑long pass.

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When to use

Use this question when you need to know if someone already has a weekly pass before you plan a trip, buy tickets together, or discuss travel options.

✦Grammar Breakdown

HastduWochenkarten?

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Verb-second (V2) word order

In German main clauses, the finite verb (here 'Hast') occupies the second position, followed by the subject 'du' and then the object.

2

Haben conjugation

'Hast' is the 2nd person singular present tense of 'haben' (to have).

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Plural noun formation

'Wochenkarten' is the plural of 'Wochenkarte' (weekly ticket); plural nouns often add -n or -en.

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Compound noun

'Wochenkarte' combines 'Woche' (week) and 'Karte' (ticket/pass) to mean a ticket valid for a week.

🗨In Conversation

A

Hast du Wochenkarten?

Do you have weekly tickets?

Ja, ich habe eine für die Stadtbahn und eine für die Busse.

Yes, I have one for the city tram and one for the buses.

B

✕Common Mistakes

  • Hast du Wochenkarte?

    Missing the plural ending –n when you refer to more than one ticket; use 'Wochenkarten' for plural or add the article for singular.

  • Du hast Wochenkarten?

    In a yes/no question the verb must be in second position, not at the end.

  • Hast du die Wochenkarten?

    The definite article 'die' implies specific tickets already known to both speakers; omit it when asking generally.

↔Alternatives

  • Hast du eine Wochenkarte?

    Do you have a weekly pass?

  • Gibt es Wochenkarten?

    Are there weekly tickets?

  • Besitzt du Wochenkarten?

    Do you own weekly tickets?

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Cultural Tip

In Germany, Austria and Switzerland a 'Wochenkarte' is a popular, cost‑effective option for commuters. It is usually valid on all public‑transport modes within a city or region for seven consecutive days. Remember that the singular 'Wochenkarte' is more common in everyday speech; the plural 'Wochenkarten' is used when referring to multiple passes (e.g., for different transport networks or for several people).