Stimmt so.
[shtimt zo]
Keep the change.
Literal gloss:“(It) is-correct like-this.”
When to use:Safe across both Sie and du settings because no personal pronoun restricts it.
Word-by-Word Structure
| German | Meaning | Grammar Note |
|---|---|---|
| Stimmt | is right / tallies (from stimmen) | — |
| so | like that | — |
Example Sentences in Context
Tipping at a café
Das macht 18,40 Euro. — Hier sind 20 Euro, stimmt so!
That is 18.40 euros. — Here is 20 euros, keep the change!
Naming the total including tip
Machen wir 25 — stimmt so. Danke!
Let’s make it 25 — keep the rest. Thanks!
Natural Alternatives
- Machen Sie bitte zwanzig Euro.Formal (Sie)
Saying the rounded-up total directly (cash or card)
- Der Rest ist für Sie.Formal (Sie)
The rest is for you.
Common Replies You Will Hear
- Vielen Dank! Schönen Abend noch!Neutral
Thank you very much! Have a lovely evening!