Master 'Mal sehen' in German

"Mal sehen" – A Small Phrase with Big Impact!
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Welcome to today’s language blog! Today, we’re diving into a small but incredibly versatile German phrase: “mal sehen.” It’s a must-know for German learners at the A2 level and one of those expressions you’ll hear all the time in everyday conversations.

But what does “mal sehen” actually mean? And how can you use it in real-life conversations? Keep reading to uncover its meaning, see practical examples, and get a feel for how to use it like a native speaker. By the end of this blog, you’ll be ready to master this expression – and who knows, maybe you’ll want to try it out in our VIP class on Tuesday at 8:00 p.m.!

What Does "Mal sehen" Mean?​
The phrase “mal sehen” is commonly used to express uncertainty or to buy some time before making a decision. Literally translated, it means “let’s see,” but in everyday usage, it’s more like saying:

• “I don’t know yet.”
• “Let’s see what happens.”
• “We’ll see.”

It’s a super handy way to answer a question without committing right away – and it sounds completely natural!

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Making Weekend Plans
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 Was machen wir am Samstag?
What are we doing on Saturday?

Mal sehen, vielleicht gehen wir wandern.
Let’s see, maybe we’ll go hiking.

Und wenn es regnet?
And if it rains?

Dann bleiben wir zu Hause und schauen einen Film.
Then we’ll stay home and watch a movie.

Wollen wir im Sommer ans Meer fahren?
Do we want to go to the beach in summer?

Mal sehen, ich muss noch meinen Urlaub planen.
Let’s see, I still need to plan my vacation.

Wir könnten die Flüge schon buchen.
We could book the flights already.

Mal sehen, ob ich morgen Zeit dafür habe.
Let’s see if I have time for that tomorrow.

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