Translation of Spanish word "pregunta" to English
pregunta
/pɾeˈɣun.ta/
Meaning
NounA worded or expressed sentence, phrase, or only a word on its own, which asks for information, a reply, or a response; an interrogative.
How to use
In formal and informal contexts, 'pregunta' is used to ask for information or clarification. For example, '¿Cuál es la hora?' (What time is it?) is a common question. Be aware that in some cases, 'pregunta' can be used as a verb, meaning 'to ask' or 'to inquire', but in most cases, it functions as a noun. For instance, 'La pregunta es ¿quién es el mejor jugador?' (The question is, who is the best player?)
🇬🇧 English
question
Example
La cuestión de la antigüedad se discutirá en la reunión.
The issue of seniority will be discussed at the meeting.
Había una pregunta sobre qué material utilizar.
There was a question about what material to use.
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Common phrases
- hacer una pregunta— to ask a question
- formular una pregunta— to formulate a question
- contestar una pregunta— to answer a question
- preguntar por algo— to ask about something
- preguntar a alguien— to ask someone
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What does the Spanish word "pregunta" mean?▼
The Spanish word "pregunta" means "question" in English.
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Yes, here is a practical example: "¿Tienes una pregunta para mí?" (which translates as "The issue of seniority will be discussed at the meeting.").
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