Spanish Conversation · Level 21
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Spanish word
pregunta
Pronunciation
IPA/pɾeˈɣunta/
Meaning
- feminine nounquestion
Example
Tengo una pregunta.
I have a question.
More examples
¿Puedo hacer una pregunta?
May I ask a question?
Core concept
A short expression posed to resolve a doubt or request information.
Common phrases
hacer una pregunta
ask a question
tener una pregunta
have a question
responder a una pregunta
answer a question
Similar words
duda: State of uncertainty about whether something is true or what the correct answer is.
consulta: Formal inquiry to a professional or office asking for advice or information.
cuestión: Issue or topic presented for discussion, examination, or debate.
Definition in Spanish
Expresión o enunciado que se formula para pedir información, una aclaración o resolver una duda.
Word origin
The noun pregunta comes from the verb preguntar, which in turn comes from Latin percontari 'to inquire' through medieval Romance.
Usage tips
- Spanish uses preguntar or hacer una pregunta to request information, while pedir normally requests an object, favor, or permission.