8.3 Ja/Nein Fragen
Questions that Ask for a yes/no Answer
In questions that ask for a yes/no answer, the verb is in first position, followed by the subject in second position and complement after that.
| Verb (I) | Subject (II) | Complement (III) | Complement (IV) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kommen | Sie | aus Deutschland? | |
| Machst | du | heute Abend | Hausaufgaben? |
| Heißt | dein Freund | Paul? | |
| Sprecht | ihr | Deutsch? | |
| Hast | du | Hunger und Durst? | |
| Bist | du | hungrig und durstig? |
Übung 8.3a
Visit the following link to test your knowledge of word order: Word Order – Statements and Questions Exercise.
Yes/No Questions
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Video: “Yes-no questions (5-Minute German Grammar)” by The German Professor [2:27] is licensed under the Standard YouTube License. Transcript and closed captions available on YouTube.
