Understanding the difference between direct and indirect questions in Russian is really important if you want to get better at asking things.

Direct Questions:

These are straightforward questions. They often start with words that ask for information. These questions usually expect a yes or no answer.

• Examples:
  • Да́, ты понима́ешь? (Yes, do you understand?)
  • Где ты был? (Where were you?)

Indirect Questions:

These questions are a bit different. They are usually part of a longer sentence and don’t need an answer right away. They might also include words about talking or thinking.

• Examples:
  • Я не знаю, понимаешь ли ты. (I don’t know if you understand.)
  • Интересно, где он был. (I wonder where he was.)

Practicing these two types of questions will help you become better at speaking Russian!