German Phrase
Hast du Zeit für ein Treffen?
Meaning
This phrase is a direct way to ask someone about their availability for a get-together. It is versatile enough to be used for both casual hangouts with friends and more formal appointments or business meetings. The noun 'Treffen' specifically refers to the act of meeting up.
When to use
Use this phrase when you want to schedule a specific time to see someone. It is appropriate for texting a friend to catch up or emailing a colleague to discuss a project.
✦Grammar Breakdown
HastduZeitfüreinTreffen?
Hast du
The verb 'haben' (to have) is conjugated for 'du' (you) and moved to the start of the sentence to form a question.
Für (+ Accusative)
The preposition 'für' always triggers the accusative case, which is why 'ein' remains 'ein' for the neuter noun 'Treffen'.
Treffen
This is a nominalized verb (from 'treffen', to meet), which is why it is capitalized and treated as a neuter noun.
🗨In Conversation
Hast du Zeit für ein Treffen?
Do you have time for a meeting?
Ja, gerne! Wann passt es dir am besten?
Yes, gladly! When does it suit you best?
✕Common Mistakes
Hast du Zeit für einen Treffen?
'Treffen' is a neuter noun (das Treffen), so the indefinite article in the accusative case must be 'ein', not 'einen'.
Hast du Zeit zu ein Treffen?
In German, you have time 'for' (für) something, not 'to' (zu) a noun in this context.
↔Alternatives
Wollen wir uns treffen?
Do we want to meet?
Hättest du Lust auf ein Treffen?
Would you feel like a meeting?
Hast du Zeit?
Do you have time?
Cultural Tip
In German-speaking cultures, being specific about the time and place is appreciated once someone agrees to a meeting. While 'Treffen' is general, if you are making a formal doctor's or business appointment, the word 'Termin' is more frequently used than 'Treffen'.