alles in Ordnung?
/ˈaləs ʔɪn ˈɔrdnʊŋ/word by word
The English phrase "is everything okay?" is translated into German as alles in Ordnung?
This phrase is used to ask if a situation is fine or if there are any problems. While alles in Ordnung? is a common way to inquire about a situation, the phrase Alles klar? is often used more casually to mean "Is everything understood?" or "Is everything okay?" in a colloquial sense.
What does it mean word for word?
The phrase alles in Ordnung literally means "everything in order".
Is there a formal and an informal way to say it?
alles in Ordnung? is a shortened, colloquial version of the more formal and grammatically complete Ist alles in Ordnung? For informal settings, you can also use Alles klar? or Alles gut? If you want to ask someone you have a closer relationship with if they specifically are doing okay, you can use Ist alles in Ordnung bei dir?
How do you pronounce it?
/ˈaləs ʔɪn ˈɔrdnʊŋ/
When do people say it?
When someone asks if everything is okay, a standard neutral response is Ja, alles gut, while a common positive response is Alles bestens!
Did you know?
- In Germany, the phrase Alles klar? is so versatile that it can function as a question, a statement of agreement, and a greeting all at once.
- While alles in Ordnung? asks if things are okay, the word Ordnung is central to a cultural stereotype of German precision and tidiness.
- Using Alles gut? in a very low, slow tone can signal deep concern for someone's mental state, whereas a quick delivery is just a casual check-in.
Examples in context
- Ist bei dir alles in Ordnung?Is everything okay with you?
- Ist mit der Lieferung alles in Ordnung?Is everything okay with the delivery?
Example conversation
Maximilian notices Laura looks worried while she is working.
- MaximilianLaura, ist alles in Ordnung?Laura, is everything okay?
- LauraJa, ich bin nur etwas gestresst.Yes, I am just a bit stressed.
- MaximilianKann ich dir helfen?Can I help you?
- LauraDas ist sehr lieb, danke.That is very kind, thanks.
