Basic Level Korean Course: 14.20. Basic Korean Grammar - Question Formation

The Korean language, known as 한국어 or Hangul, has a unique and complex grammatical structure. However, learning how to form basic questions in Korean can be a good starting point for anyone just learning the language. In this section, we'll explore how to form basic questions in Korean.

1. Yes/No Questions

Yes/No questions in Korean are formed quite simply. Unlike English where we need to use auxiliaries like "do" or "is", in Korean we just add the particle "-니까" or "-ㄴ가요" at the end of the sentence. For example, the phrase "Do you like kimchi?" would be "김치를 좋아하니까?" or "김치를 좋아하시나요?".

2. Choice Questions

Korean choice questions are formed by adding the conjunction "아니면" (or) between the options. For example, the question "Do you prefer tea or coffee?" would be "차를 먹을래요 아니면 커피를 먹을래요?".

3. Information Questions

Korean information questions are formed by placing the interrogative particle in place of the information you want to obtain. The most common interrogative particles are "무엇" (what), "어디" (where), "언제" (when), "왜" (why) and "어떻게" (how). For example, the question "Where is the bathroom?" would be "화장실은 어디에 있나요?".

4. Quantity Questions

Korean quantity questions are formed using the interrogative particles "얼마나" (how much) or "몇" (how many). For example, the question "How much does it cost?" would be "얼마나 비싸요?" and the question "How old are you?" would be "몇 살이에요?".

5. Questions with Verbs

In Korean, the verb position is usually at the end of the sentence. This also applies to questions. For example, the question "Did you eat?" would be "밥 먹었어요?". Note that the verb "먹다" (to eat) is placed at the end of the sentence, even in a question.

6. Questions with Adjectives

Like verbs, adjectives are also placed at the end of sentences in Korean. For example, the question "Is it hot today?" would be "오늘 더워요?".

When learning how to form questions in Korean, it is important to remember that word order can be different from English or other languages ​​you may know. Practicing question formation can help you become familiar with the unique grammar structure of Korean. We hope this section has given you a good introduction to question formation in Korean. Remember, practice makes perfect!

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