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"Appointment (doctor's)" in German: Termin
der Termin
Appointment in German is der Termin. Say Ich habe einen Termin or Können wir den Termin verschieben?. Doctor visits are often der Arzttermin.
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How to pronounce Termin
Say it
tehr-MEEN
/tɛʁˈmiːn/
tehr-MEEN. Stress on the second syllable.
"Appointment (doctor's)" in German: quick reference
| German | English | When to use |
|---|---|---|
| der Termin | appointment / deadline Meetings and due dates. | Meetings and due dates. |
| Arzttermin | doctor's appointment Medical. | Medical. |
| Termin verschieben | to reschedule Very common phrase. | Very common phrase. |
| Termin absagen | to cancel an appointment Cancellation. | Cancellation. |
How to use Termin in real life
- 1Calendar
Mein Termin ist um halb drei.
My appointment is at 2:30.
Mein Termin.
- 2Phone
Können wir den Termin auf Freitag legen?
Can we move the appointment to Friday?
Den Termin.
- 3Clinic
Ohne Termin wird es eng.
Without an appointment it will be tight.
Ohne Termin.
Mistakes English speakers make with Termin
Incorrect: die Termin
Correct: der Termin
Termin is masculine: der Termin.
Incorrect: Ich habe Appointment.
Correct: Ich habe einen Termin.
Use Termin, not the English word.
Good to know
Germans take Termine seriously — show up on time or message early. Many practices still prefer phone booking over walk-ins.
Try it in a ChatPal conversation
Rescheduling a haircut
ChatPal
Passt dein Termin noch?
Does your appointment still work?
You
Leider nicht. Ich muss den Termin verschieben.
Unfortunately not. I have to reschedule the appointment.
ChatPal
Soll ich einen neuen Termin vorschlagen?
Should I suggest a new appointment?
You
Ja, bitte Donnerstag Nachmittag.
Yes, Thursday afternoon please.
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FAQ
Common questions about "Appointment (doctor's)" in German
How do you say appointment?
Der Termin.
Reschedule?
Einen Termin verschieben.
Doctor's appointment?
Arzttermin.
Gender?
Masculine: der Termin.
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