In Spanish, asking yes or no questions is a bit different from English, but it’s pretty easy once you know the steps. When you learn this, you’ll be able to speak Spanish better!

Basic Steps for Yes/No Questions

Here’s how to ask a yes or no question in Spanish:

1. Start with the verb: In Spanish questions, we usually begin with the verb first.

2. Add the subject: After the verb, put the subject next.

3. Use the right tone: Just like in English, you should raise your voice a little at the end of the question.

Example 1: Basic Verb + Subject

• Normal sentence: Tú comes (You eat).
• Question: ¿Comes tú? (Do you eat?)

Changing the Order of Subject and Verb

Sometimes, you can switch the order of the verb and the subject, especially with the verb “ser,” which means "to be."

• Example:
  • Normal sentence: Ellos son estudiantes (They are students).
  • Question: ¿Son ellos estudiantes? (Are they students?)

Asking with '¿No...?'

If you want to confirm something, you can add “¿no?” at the end of your statement.

• Example:
  • Statement: Tú hablas español, ¿no? (You speak Spanish, right?)

Using Question Words

Besides yes or no questions, you should also know key question words like qué, quién, and dónde. These words help you ask more detailed questions in Spanish.

1. Qué – What

   • Example: ¿Qué comes? (What do you eat?)

2. Quién – Who

   • Example: ¿Quién habla español? (Who speaks Spanish?)

3. Dónde – Where

   • Example: ¿Dónde estás? (Where are you?)

More Examples of Yes/No Questions

Here are some extra examples to help you understand:

• Is she happy?

  • Normal: Ella está feliz.
  • Question: ¿Está ella feliz?

• Do we have homework?

  • Normal: Tenemos tarea.
  • Question: ¿Tenemos tarea?

• Are you going to the party?

  • Normal: Tú vas a la fiesta.
  • Question: ¿Vas tú a la fiesta?

Quick Rules to Remember

1. Start with the verb: Begin with the verb when asking questions.

2. Switching is okay: This is common with verbs like "ser."

3. Tone matters: Remember to raise your voice at the end of the question.

4. Use question words: This makes your questions clearer.

Keep practicing these questions, and soon it will come naturally to you. Learning how to ask yes/no questions and using question words will help you speak Spanish confidently!