schließ dich uns an
The English phrase "join us" is translated into German as schließ dich uns an.
This phrase is used as an invitation for someone to become a member of a group or to accompany people in an activity.
How does it change in a sentence?
The default form schließ dich uns an is the singular informal imperative. In this phrase, uns is the accusative form of wir (we) and serves as the direct object of the action. The formal version of the phrase is schließen Sie sich uns an, used when addressing a stranger or a superior.
Did you know?
- The verb anschließen is used for both people and electronics. To 'join' a group uses the same root as the word for plugging in a lamp or a computer.
- While schließ dich uns an is an invitation, the word Anschluss derived from the same verb also means a 'connection' in a telephone or railway context.
- If you are joining a political party or a formal club, Germans might use beitreten instead of anschließen. This word specifically implies entering a structured organization rather than a casual activity.
Examples in context
- Schließ dich uns an, wenn du mitwandern willst.Join us if you want to go hiking.
- Schließ dich uns an und werde Mitglied im Verein.Join us and become a member of the club.
Example conversation
Sarah and Felix are talking about a local sports club.
- SarahWir gehen morgen joggen, schließ dich uns an!We are going jogging tomorrow, join us!
- FelixDas klingt gut, ich komme gerne mit.That sounds good, I would love to come along.
- SarahSuper, wir treffen uns am Park.Great, we will meet at the park.
- FelixAlles klar, bis morgen, Sarah!All right, see you tomorrow, Sarah!
