How to Ask Yes/No Questions in Spanish

Asking simple yes or no questions in Spanish is really important. It helps you talk with people, understand them better, and even give directions. Here’s a simple guide to help you make these questions.

1. Question Structure:

To create a yes/no question, you usually change the order of the subject and the verb. Sometimes, you might start with a question word.

For example:

• Statement: Tú hablas español. (You speak Spanish.)
• Question: ¿Hablas tú español? (Do you speak Spanish?)

2. Simple Question Formation:

To form a yes/no question:

• Start with the verb.

  • Example: ¿Comes tú pizza? (Do you eat pizza?)

• You can add the subject, but it’s not always needed.

  • Example: ¿Tú comes pizza? (Do you eat pizza?)

3. Key Verbs to Practice:

Here are some important verbs you can use:

• Ser (to be): ¿Eres estudiante? (Are you a student?)
• Tener (to have): ¿Tienes un perro? (Do you have a dog?)
• Ir (to go): ¿Vas al cine? (Are you going to the movies?)

4. Question Words:

Sometimes you want to ask more specific questions. Here are some question words:

• ¿Qué? (What?)
• ¿Dónde? (Where?)
• ¿Cuándo? (When?)

For example:

• ¿Dónde está la biblioteca? (Where is the library?)

5. Practice Questions:

Try answering these yes/no questions:

• ¿Te gusta el chocolate? (Do you like chocolate?)
• ¿Estudias español? (Do you study Spanish?)

6. Engaging in Conversations:

You can use these questions in fun activities:

• Ordering food: ¿Quieres una ensalada? (Do you want a salad?)
• Shopping: ¿Necesitas ayuda? (Do you need help?)

7. Listening and Speaking Practice:

Team up with a friend to ask and answer these questions. Focus on speaking clearly and understanding each other. This will help you feel more confident using Spanish and improve your conversation skills.

By following these steps, you'll get better at asking and answering questions in Spanish. Happy learning!