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Introduction[edit | edit source]

In this lesson, we will explore the topic of question words in the Urdu language. Question words are essential for forming questions and seeking information, clarification, and confirmation. Mastering question words will enable you to engage in meaningful conversations and understand the responses you receive. This lesson will provide a comprehensive guide to question words in Urdu, complete with examples and exercises to help you practice and reinforce your understanding. Let's dive in and discover the world of Urdu questions!

Question Words in Urdu[edit | edit source]

Question words, also known as interrogative pronouns, play a crucial role in forming questions in Urdu. They are used to inquire about different aspects of a situation, object, or person. In Urdu, question words are placed at the beginning of a sentence to indicate that it is a question. Let's explore the most common question words in Urdu and how they are used.

کیا (Kya) - What[edit | edit source]

The question word "کیا" (kya) is used to ask about the nature, identity, or characteristics of something or someone. It is a versatile question word that can be used in various contexts. Here are some examples:

Urdu	Pronunciation	English
کیا ہے؟	kya hai?	What is it?
کیا نام ہے؟	kya naam hai?	What is the name?
کیا کیا ہوا؟	kya kya hua?	What happened?

کون (Kaun) - Who[edit | edit source]

The question word "کون" (kaun) is used to ask about a person or people. It is used to inquire about the identity of someone or find out who is responsible for a particular action. Here are some examples:

Urdu	Pronunciation	English
کون ہے؟	kaun hai?	Who is it?
کون آیا؟	kaun aaya?	Who came?
کون کر گیا؟	kaun kar gaya?	Who did it?

کہاں (Kahan) - Where[edit | edit source]

The question word "کہاں" (kahan) is used to ask about a location or place. It helps in finding out where something or someone is situated or where an event took place. Here are some examples:

Urdu	Pronunciation	English
وہ کہاں ہے؟	woh kahan hai?	Where is he/she?
کتاب کہاں ہے؟	kitab kahan hai?	Where is the book?
پارک کہاں ہے؟	park kahan hai?	Where is the park?

کب (Kab) - When[edit | edit source]

The question word "کب" (kab) is used to ask about time or when an event occurred or will occur. It helps in finding out the specific timing or duration of an action or event. Here are some examples:

Urdu	Pronunciation	English
تم کب آؤ گے؟	tum kab aoge?	When will you come?
امتحان کب ہوگا؟	imtehan kab hoga?	When will the exam take place?
رات کب ہوگی؟	raat kab hogi?	When will it be night?

کیسے (Kaise) - How[edit | edit source]

The question word "کیسے" (kaise) is used to ask about the manner, method, or condition of something. It helps in understanding how an action is performed or how something is done. Here are some examples:

Urdu	Pronunciation	English
تم کیسے ہو؟	tum kaise ho?	How are you?
وہ کیسے کرتا ہے؟	woh kaise karta hai?	How does he do it?
یہ کیسے ہوا؟	yeh kaise hua?	How did this happen?

کیوں (Kyun) - Why[edit | edit source]

The question word "کیوں" (kyun) is used to ask about the reason, cause, or purpose of something. It helps in understanding why a particular action was taken or why a certain situation exists. Here are some examples:

Urdu	Pronunciation	English
تم کیوں رو رہے ہو؟	tum kyun ro rahe ho?	Why are you crying?
وہ کیوں نہیں آیا؟	woh kyun nahi aya?	Why didn't he come?
یہ کیوں ہوا؟	yeh kyun hua?	Why did this happen?

کتنا (Kitna) - How much/many[edit | edit source]

The question word "کتنا" (kitna) is used to ask about the quantity, amount, or degree of something. It helps in finding out the numerical value or extent of a particular object or action. Here are some examples:

Urdu	Pronunciation	English
تمہارے پاس کتنے پیسے ہیں؟	tumhare paas kitne paise hain?	How much money do you have?
اس کتاب کی قیمت کیا ہے؟	is kitab ki keemat kya hai?	What is the price of this book?
تم کتنے بڑے ہوئے ہو؟	tum kitne bade hue ho?	How old are you?

کس نے (Kisne) - Who did[edit | edit source]

The question phrase "کس نے" (kisne) is used to ask about the person who performed a particular action. It is a combination of the question word "کون" (kaun) meaning "who" and the word "نے" (ne) indicating the past tense. Here are some examples:

Urdu	Pronunciation	English
کس نے کیا؟	kisne kya?	Who did it?
کس نے بتایا؟	kisne bataya?	Who told?
کس نے لکھا؟	kisne likha?	Who wrote?

Regional Variations[edit | edit source]

Within the Urdu-speaking regions, there may be slight variations in the usage and understanding of question words. These variations can be influenced by dialects, cultural practices, and regional accents. However, the basic question words we have discussed remain consistent throughout Urdu-speaking communities. It is always beneficial to familiarize yourself with the local dialect and nuances when communicating with native speakers.

Cultural Insights[edit | edit source]

Asking questions is an integral part of Urdu culture, as it reflects curiosity, engagement, and a desire to understand others better. Urdu-speaking communities value communication and often use questions as a way to show interest and build connections. When interacting with native Urdu speakers, don't be shy to ask questions and explore the nuances of their language and culture. Embrace the opportunity to learn from their experiences and expand your understanding of Urdu-speaking societies.

Practice Exercises[edit | edit source]

Now, let's practice what we have learned! The following exercises will help you apply your knowledge of question words in Urdu. Try to answer the questions using complete sentences.

Exercise 1: Forming Questions 1. کیا یہ تمہارا کتاب ہے؟ 2. وہ کون ہے؟ 3. تم کہاں رہتے ہو؟ 4. یہ کب ہوا؟ 5. تم کیسے آئے؟ 6. تم کیوں رو رہے ہو؟ 7. کتنے بچے ہیں؟ 8. کس نے کیا؟

Exercise 2: Answering Questions 1. وہ تمہارا کتاب ہے؟ 2. کون آیا؟ 3. تو کہاں رہتا ہے؟ 4. یہ رات کو ہوا۔ 5. میں اچھا ہوں۔ 6. کیوں کہہ رہے ہو؟ 7. چار بچے ہیں۔ 8. میں نے کیا کیا۔

Solutions[edit | edit source]

Exercise 1: Forming Questions 1. Is this your book? 2. Who is he/she? 3. Where do you live? 4. When did this happen? 5. How did you come? 6. Why are you crying? 7. How many children are there? 8. Who did it?

Exercise 2: Answering Questions 1. Yes, it is my book. 2. Someone came. 3. He lives there. 4. It happened at night. 5. I am good. 6. Why are you saying that? 7. There are four children. 8. I did it.

Conclusion[edit | edit source]

Congratulations on completing the lesson on question words in Urdu! You have learned how to use question words to seek information, clarify doubts, and engage in conversations. Remember to practice using question words in your daily interactions to reinforce your understanding. In the next lesson, we will explore the topic of negation in Urdu, which will enable you to express denial, disagreement, and negation in the language. Keep up the good work!

Table of Contents - Urdu Course - 0 to A1[edit source]

Course Presentation

Introduction to Urdu Script

Basic Vocabulary

Basic Sentence Structure

Everyday Vocabulary

Forming Questions and Negations

Question Words
Negation

Travel and Transportation

Urdu Culture and Traditions

Videos[edit | edit source]

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Other Lessons[edit | edit source]

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-As a beginner learning the Urdu language, it's important to understand how to ask questions. Knowing the question words in Urdu and how to use them properly will allow you to retrieve information, clarify your understanding, and confirm details in conversations.
+== Introduction ==
+In this lesson, we will explore the topic of question words in the Urdu language. Question words are essential for forming questions and seeking information, clarification, and confirmation. Mastering question words will enable you to engage in meaningful conversations and understand the responses you receive. This lesson will provide a comprehensive guide to question words in Urdu, complete with examples and exercises to help you practice and reinforce your understanding. Let's dive in and discover the world of Urdu questions!
-In this lesson, we will focus on Urdu question words and how to form questions using them. By the end of this lesson, you will be able to confidently ask questions in Urdu and continue building your language skills.
+== Question Words in Urdu ==
+Question words, also known as interrogative pronouns, play a crucial role in forming questions in Urdu. They are used to inquire about different aspects of a situation, object, or person. In Urdu, question words are placed at the beginning of a sentence to indicate that it is a question. Let's explore the most common question words in Urdu and how they are used.
+=== کیا (Kya) - What ===
+The question word "کیا" (kya) is used to ask about the nature, identity, or characteristics of something or someone. It is a versatile question word that can be used in various contexts. Here are some examples:
-<span link>Consider broadening your understanding by checking out these related lessons: [[Language/Urdu/Grammar/Interrogation|Interrogation]] & [[Language/Urdu/Grammar/Introduction-to-Urdu-Alphabets|Introduction to Urdu Alphabets]].</span>
+{| class="wikitable"
-== Urdu Question Words ==
+! Urdu !! Pronunciation !! English
+|-
+| کیا ہے؟ || kya hai? || What is it?
+|-
+| کیا نام ہے؟ || kya naam hai? || What is the name?
+|-
+| کیا کیا ہوا؟ || kya kya hua? || What happened?
+|}
-Urdu question words, also known as interrogative words, are used to ask questions. In English, we use question words such as "what," "when," "where," "who," "why," and "how." Similarly, Urdu has its own set of question words. Here are some common Urdu question words:
+=== کون (Kaun) - Who ===
+The question word "کون" (kaun) is used to ask about a person or people. It is used to inquire about the identity of someone or find out who is responsible for a particular action. Here are some examples:
-* کب - kub - when
+{| class="wikitable"
-* کیا - kya - what
+! Urdu !! Pronunciation !! English
-* کیوں - kyun - why
+|-
-* کی - ki - who (female)
+| کون ہے؟ || kaun hai? || Who is it?
-* کون - kaun - who (male)
+|-
-* کہاں - kahan - where
+| کون آیا؟ || kaun aaya? || Who came?
-* کیسے - kese - how
+|-
+| کون کر گیا؟ || kaun kar gaya? || Who did it?
+|}
-It's important to note that question words in Urdu have different forms for male and female subjects. "Ki" is used for females, and "kaun" is used for males.
+=== کہاں (Kahan) - Where ===
+The question word "کہاں" (kahan) is used to ask about a location or place. It helps in finding out where something or someone is situated or where an event took place. Here are some examples:
-== Forming Questions in Urdu ==
+{| class="wikitable"
+! Urdu !! Pronunciation !! English
+|-
+| وہ کہاں ہے؟ || woh kahan hai? || Where is he/she?
+|-
+| کتاب کہاں ہے؟ || kitab kahan hai? || Where is the book?
+|-
+| پارک کہاں ہے؟ || park kahan hai? || Where is the park?
+|}
-To ask a question in Urdu, the most common way is to add the question word at the beginning of the sentence. For example:
+=== کب (Kab) - When ===
+The question word "کب" (kab) is used to ask about time or when an event occurred or will occur. It helps in finding out the specific timing or duration of an action or event. Here are some examples:
-* کیا آپ کتاب پڑھتے ہیں؟ - Kya aap kitab parhtay hain? - Do you read books?
+{| class="wikitable"
-* کب آپ کتاب پڑھتے ہیں؟ - Kub aap kitab parhtay hain? - When do you read books?
+! Urdu !! Pronunciation !! English
-* کی آپ کو موسم بہتر لگتا ہے یا برف پائی؟ - Ki aap ko mausam behtar lagta hai ya baraf pai? - Do you prefer good weather or snow?
+|-
+| تم کب آؤ گے؟ || tum kab aoge? || When will you come?
+|-
+| امتحان کب ہوگا؟ || imtehan kab hoga? || When will the exam take place?
+|-
+| رات کب ہوگی؟ || raat kab hogi? || When will it be night?
+|}
-Note that the verb in Urdu comes at the end of the sentence. Therefore, when forming questions, the verb will come after the subject and the question word.
+=== کیسے (Kaise) - How ===
+The question word "کیسے" (kaise) is used to ask about the manner, method, or condition of something. It helps in understanding how an action is performed or how something is done. Here are some examples:
-== Using "کیا" to Create Yes/No Questions ==
+{| class="wikitable"
+! Urdu !! Pronunciation !! English
+|-
+| تم کیسے ہو؟ || tum kaise ho? || How are you?
+|-
+| وہ کیسے کرتا ہے؟ || woh kaise karta hai? || How does he do it?
+|-
+| یہ کیسے ہوا؟ || yeh kaise hua? || How did this happen?
+|}
-In Urdu, the word "کیا" (kya) can also be used to create yes/no questions. Yes/no questions are questions that require a "yes" or "no" answer. Here are some examples:
+=== کیوں (Kyun) - Why ===
+The question word "کیوں" (kyun) is used to ask about the reason, cause, or purpose of something. It helps in understanding why a particular action was taken or why a certain situation exists. Here are some examples:
-* کیا آپ کتاب پڑھتے ہیں؟ - Kya aap kitab parhtay hain? - Do you read books?
+{| class="wikitable"
-* کیا آپ پاکستان سے ہیں؟ - Kya aap Pakistan say hain? - Are you from Pakistan?
+! Urdu !! Pronunciation !! English
+|-
+| تم کیوں رو رہے ہو؟ || tum kyun ro rahe ho? || Why are you crying?
+|-
+| وہ کیوں نہیں آیا؟ || woh kyun nahi aya? || Why didn't he come?
+|-
+| یہ کیوں ہوا؟ || yeh kyun hua? || Why did this happen?
+|}
-In both these examples, notice that the question is formed by adding "کیا" to the beginning of the sentence. The answer to a yes/no question can either be "ہاں" (haan) for "yes" or "نہیں" (nahin) for "no."
+=== کتنا (Kitna) - How much/many ===
+The question word "کتنا" (kitna) is used to ask about the quantity, amount, or degree of something. It helps in finding out the numerical value or extent of a particular object or action. Here are some examples:
-== Examples ==
+{| class="wikitable"
+! Urdu !! Pronunciation !! English
+|-
+| تمہارے پاس کتنے پیسے ہیں؟ || tumhare paas kitne paise hain? || How much money do you have?
+|-
+| اس کتاب کی قیمت کیا ہے؟ || is kitab ki keemat kya hai? || What is the price of this book?
+|-
+| تم کتنے بڑے ہوئے ہو؟ || tum kitne bade hue ho? || How old are you?
+|}
-Let's look at some more examples of how to use Urdu question words to form questions:
+=== کس نے (Kisne) - Who did ===
+The question phrase "کس نے" (kisne) is used to ask about the person who performed a particular action. It is a combination of the question word "کون" (kaun) meaning "who" and the word "نے" (ne) indicating the past tense. Here are some examples:
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 ! Urdu !! Pronunciation !! English
 |-
-| کیا آپ کتاب پڑھتے ہیں؟ || Kya aap kitab parhtay hain? || Do you read books?
+| کس نے کیا؟ || kisne kya? || Who did it?
-|-
-| کیا آپ کو کھانا پسند ہے؟ || Kya aap ko khana pasand hai? || Do you like food?
-|-
-| کب آپ کھانا کھاتے ہیں؟ || Kub aap khana khatay hain? || When do you eat food?
 |-
-| کہاں جا رہے ہیں آپ؟ || Kahan jaa rahay hain aap? || Where are you going?
+| کس نے بتایا؟ || kisne bataya? || Who told?
 |-
-| کیا آپ نے وہ کتاب پڑھی ہے؟ || Kya aap nay woh kitab parhi hai? || Have you read that book?
+| کس نے لکھا؟ || kisne likha? || Who wrote?
 |}
-== Practice ==
+== Regional Variations ==
+Within the Urdu-speaking regions, there may be slight variations in the usage and understanding of question words. These variations can be influenced by dialects, cultural practices, and regional accents. However, the basic question words we have discussed remain consistent throughout Urdu-speaking communities. It is always beneficial to familiarize yourself with the local dialect and nuances when communicating with native speakers.
-To practice forming questions in Urdu, try creating questions using the following question words:
-* کب - kub - when
-* کیا - kya - what
-* کیوں - kyun - why
-* کی - ki - who (female)
-* کون - kaun - who (male)
-* کہاں - kahan - where
-* کیسے - kese - how
-Try to create a question for each question word above. Then, practice asking and answering these questions with a friend or language exchange partner.
-== Tips and Tricks ==
+== Cultural Insights ==
+Asking questions is an integral part of Urdu culture, as it reflects curiosity, engagement, and a desire to understand others better. Urdu-speaking communities value communication and often use questions as a way to show interest and build connections. When interacting with native Urdu speakers, don't be shy to ask questions and explore the nuances of their language and culture. Embrace the opportunity to learn from their experiences and expand your understanding of Urdu-speaking societies.
-Learning how to form questions is an important aspect of language learning. Here are some tips and tricks to help you master Urdu question words:
+== Practice Exercises ==
+Now, let's practice what we have learned! The following exercises will help you apply your knowledge of question words in Urdu. Try to answer the questions using complete sentences.
-* Memorize the question words: Make flashcards or use a language learning app to practice memorizing the Urdu question words.
+Exercise 1: Forming Questions
+. کیا یہ تمہارا کتاب ہے؟
+. وہ کون ہے؟
+. تم کہاں رہتے ہو؟
+. یہ کب ہوا؟
+. تم کیسے آئے؟
+. تم کیوں رو رہے ہو؟
+. کتنے بچے ہیں؟
+. کس نے کیا؟
-* Practice, practice, practice: The more you practice forming questions, the more comfortable you will become. Practice with a friend or language exchange partner to get more speaking practice.
+Exercise 2: Answering Questions
+. وہ تمہارا کتاب ہے؟
+. کون آیا؟
+. تو کہاں رہتا ہے؟
+. یہ رات کو ہوا۔
+. میں اچھا ہوں۔
+. کیوں کہہ رہے ہو؟
+. چار بچے ہیں۔
+. میں نے کیا کیا۔
-* Listen to questions in Urdu: Watch Urdu-language videos or engage in conversations with native Urdu speakers to listen to how questions are formed in context.
+== Solutions ==
+Exercise 1: Forming Questions
+. Is this your book?
+. Who is he/she?
+. Where do you live?
+. When did this happen?
+. How did you come?
+. Why are you crying?
+. How many children are there?
+. Who did it?
-* Don't be afraid to make mistakes: Making mistakes is a natural part of language learning. Don't be afraid to ask for clarification or to make mistakes when practicing.
+Exercise 2: Answering Questions
+. Yes, it is my book.
+. Someone came.
+. He lives there.
+. It happened at night.
+. I am good.
+. Why are you saying that?
+. There are four children.
+. I did it.
 == Conclusion ==
+Congratulations on completing the lesson on question words in Urdu! You have learned how to use question words to seek information, clarify doubts, and engage in conversations. Remember to practice using question words in your daily interactions to reinforce your understanding. In the next lesson, we will explore the topic of negation in Urdu, which will enable you to express denial, disagreement, and negation in the language. Keep up the good work!
-In conclusion, understanding how to form questions in Urdu is an important step towards becoming proficient in the language. By using the Urdu question words introduced in this lesson, you can retrieve information, clarify your understanding, and confirm details in conversations. Remember to practice forming questions using different question words, and don't be afraid to ask for help or to make mistakes. With practice and persistence, you'll be able to confidently ask questions in Urdu and continue building your language skills.
-<span link>With this lesson finished, you may want to explore these additional pages: [[Language/Urdu/Grammar/Questions|Questions]] & [[Language/Urdu/Grammar/How-to-Use-Have|How to Use Have]].</span>
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+==Sources==
+* [https://ling-app.com/ur/urdu-question-words/ Urdu Question Words With 20+ Useful Examples - Ling App]
+* [https://www.urdupod101.com/blog/2020/11/27/common-urdu-questions-and-answers/ Common Questions in Urdu & How to Answer Them]
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