German phrase
Wie wirkt sich ~ aus?
Meaning
What effect does ___ have?
When to use it
Asks about an effect. It is common when discussing changes to plans or daily life.
Example dialogue
Wie wirkt sich der neue Stundenplan auf meine Freizeit aus?
What effect does the new timetable have on my free time?
Wahrscheinlich habe ich dann weniger Freizeit.
I will probably have less free time.