English–German

“question” in German

German

Alsobefragen · hinterfragen · Fragestellung

Pronunciation

IPA/ˈfʁaːgə/

Example

Ich habe eine Frage.

I have a question.

Illustration for Frage (question)

How to say “question” in German

“Question” in German is Frage.

A raised point directs attention toward an answer, explanation, or decision.

Full entry for Frage: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with Frage

Darf ich eine Frage stellen?

Can I ask a question?

Tips for using Frage

  • German commonly uses eine Frage stellen for 'ask a question', whereas fragen is the verb for asking someone directly.

Other German words for “question”

Die Journalistin befragt den Politiker.

The journalist questions the politician.

Man hinterfragt heute oft alte Traditionen.

People often question old traditions these days.

Die Fragestellung ist noch nicht klar.

The question is still unclear.

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