German Phrase
Die Frist ist am 22. Oktober.
Meaning
This phrase is used to communicate a specific time limit or deadline for a task, application, or legal requirement. 'Die Frist' specifically refers to a period or a fixed date by which something must be completed.
When to use
Use this in professional, academic, or administrative contexts when informing someone of a cutoff date. It is common in emails, office meetings, and official documents.
✦Grammar Breakdown
Die Frististam22. Oktober
Die Frist
A feminine noun meaning 'deadline'. Remember that all German nouns are capitalized.
am (an dem)
Used for days and dates. It triggers the dative case, which is why spoken ordinal numbers end in '-n' (zweiundzwanzigsten).
🗨In Conversation
Bis wann muss ich das Formular einreichen?
By when do I have to submit the form?
Die Frist ist am 22. Oktober.
The deadline is on October 22nd.
✕Common Mistakes
Die Frist ist in 22. Oktober.
In German, use 'am' (an dem) for specific dates, never 'in'.
Die Frist ist am 22 Oktober.
In written German, a dot must follow the number to indicate it is an ordinal number (22nd).
↔Alternatives
Der Abgabetermin ist der 22. Oktober.
The submission date is October 22nd.
Einsendeschluss ist am 22. Oktober.
The closing date for entries is on October 22nd.
Cultural Tip
In Germany, deadlines (Fristen) are strictly observed, especially in bureaucratic and legal matters. Missing a 'Frist' can lead to the immediate rejection of an application or the accrual of late fees.