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Hi Lithuanian learners! 😊<br>In today's lesson, we will be discussing how to ask questions in Lithuanian. Asking questions is an important part of any language, and it can be tricky to get the hang of it. But don't worry, by the end of this lesson you'll have a good understanding of how to ask questions in Lithuanian.  
 
Hi [https://polyglotclub.com/language/lithuanian Lithuanian] learners! 😊<br>
In this lesson, we will be focusing on questions in Lithuanian. Asking questions is an important part of communication, and by the end of this lesson, you will be able to form and understand different types of questions in Lithuanian. We will also be exploring some cultural aspects related to questioning in Lithuania.
 
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== Basic Question Structure ==


The basic structure for asking questions in Lithuanian is quite simple. All you need to do is add the word ''ar'' at the beginning of the sentence. For example:
<span link>Once you've mastered this lesson, take a look at these related pages: [[Language/Lithuanian/Grammar/Noun-Gender-and-Declension|Noun Gender and Declension]], [[Language/Lithuanian/Grammar/Conditional-Mood|Conditional Mood]], [[Language/Lithuanian/Grammar/Present-Tense|Present Tense]] & [[Language/Lithuanian/Grammar/Conjunctions-and-Expressions-of-Time-and-Place|Conjunctions and Expressions of Time and Place]].</span>
== Basic question particles ==
In Lithuanian, there are a variety of ways to form a question, but the most common way is to use question particles. These particles are added to the end of a sentence to indicate that the sentence is a question.
 
The most common question particles in Lithuanian are "ar" and "ne." "Ar" is used to ask a yes/no question while "ne" is used to ask a negative question.
 
Here is an example of how to use "ar" in a sentence:
 
{| class="wikitable"
! Lithuanian !! Pronunciation !! English
|-
| Ar jis kalba lietuviškai? || [ar yis KAL-ba LIE-tu-vish-kai] || Does he speak Lithuanian?
|}
 
And here is an example of how to use "ne" in a sentence:
 
{| class="wikitable"
! Lithuanian !! Pronunciation !! English
|-
| Nešokote šokių? || [ne-SHO-ko-te SHO-kiu] || Aren't you dancing?
|}
 
== Question words ==
In addition to question particles, Lithuanian also has specific question words that are used when asking for more detailed information. Here are some common question words in Lithuanian:
 
{| class="wikitable"
! Lithuanian !! Pronunciation !! English
|-
| Kas? || [kas] || Who?
|-
| Ką? || [kaun] || What?
|-
| Kur? || [kurr] || Where?
|-
| Kodėl? || [ko-DĖL] || Why?
|-
| Kaip? || [kai-p] || How?
|}
 
Using question words is important when asking open-ended questions and can help to clarify information.
 
Here is an example of how to use "kas" in a sentence:
 
{| class="wikitable"
! Lithuanian !! Pronunciation !! English
|-
| Kas jums patinka? || [kas yums pa-TINK-a] || What do you like?
|}
 
And here is an example of how to use "kur" in a sentence:
 
{| class="wikitable"
! Lithuanian !! Pronunciation !! English
|-
| Kur jūs gyvenate? || [kurr yus gi-ve-NA-te] || Where do you live?
|}
 
== Tag questions ==
A tag question is a special type of question in which the speaker adds a phrase at the end of a sentence to confirm or clarify information. In Lithuanian, tag questions are formed by adding "arba ne" to a statement.  


* ''Ar tu eini?'' - Are you going?
Here is an example of how to use a tag question in Lithuanian:
* ''Ar jis moka lietuvių kalbą?'' - Does he know Lithuanian?


=== Yes/No Questions ===
{| class="wikitable"
! Lithuanian !! Pronunciation !! English
|-
| Jums tai patinka, arba ne? || [yums tai pa-TINK-a ar-ba-ne] || You like it, don't you?
|}


Yes/no questions are the most common type of questions in Lithuanian. To form a yes/no question, all you need to do is add the word ''ar'' at the beginning of the sentence. For example:
Tag questions can be useful when trying to get someone's opinion or when trying to confirm information.  


* ''Ar tu eini?'' - Are you going?
== Culture corner ==
* ''Ar jis moka lietuvių kalbą?'' - Does he know Lithuanian?
In Lithuanian culture, it is important to ask proper questions and to show interest in others. When meeting someone for the first time or in a business setting, it is common to ask about their family, job, and interests.


=== Wh-Questions ===
Another important aspect of questioning in Lithuanian culture is knowing when not to ask questions. For example, it is considered impolite to ask about someone's salary or personal finances unless you have a close relationship with that person.


Wh-questions are used to ask for more information. In Lithuanian, wh-questions are formed by adding the appropriate wh-word at the beginning of the sentence. Here are some examples:
In addition, Lithuanians are known for being quite direct in their questions and conversations, so it is important to be prepared for straightforward, honest answers.  


* ''Kas tu esi?'' - Who are you?  
== Dialogue ==
* ''Kur tu gyveni?'' - Where do you live?  
* Person 1: Ar tu kalbi lietuviškai? ([Do] you speak Lithuanian?)
* ''Kada tu gimė?'' - When were you born?  
* Person 2: Taip, kalbu lietuviškai. ([Yes], I speak Lithuanian.)
* Person 1: Kur jūs gyvenate? (Where do you live?)
* Person 2: Aš gyvenu Vilniuje. (I live in Vilnius.)
* Person 1: Kodėl jums patinka Lietuva? (Why do you like Lithuania?)
* Person 2: Man patinka Lietuva dėl jos kultūros ir gamtos. ([I] like Lithuania for its culture and nature.)


=== Tag Questions ===
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==Sources==
* [https://ling-app.com/lt/types-of-questions-in-lithuanian/ 3+ Easy Types Of Questions In Lithuanian - Ling App]
* [https://testyourlanguage.com/lithuanian-quiz Free Lithuanian Language Quiz - Test Your Language]
* [https://www.transparent.com/learn-lithuanian/quizzes/lotw-quizzes/ Take Lithuanian Language Quizzes]


Tag questions are used to confirm something or to check if the listener agrees with you. In Lithuanian, tag questions are formed by adding the word ''ar'' at the end of the sentence. For example:
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* ''Tu eini, ar ne?'' - You're going, right?
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* ''Jis moka lietuvių kalbą, ar ne?'' - He knows Lithuanian, doesn't he?
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== Conclusion ==
==Videos==


Asking questions in Lithuanian is quite easy once you understand the basic structure. Just remember to add the word ''ar'' at the beginning of the sentence for yes/no questions, and to add the appropriate wh-word for wh-questions. Tag questions are formed by adding the word ''ar'' at the end of the sentence.  
===LITHUANIAN LESSON 101 - THE QUESTION 'WHAT' AND OTHER ...===
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<br><hr>If you have any questions, please ask them in the comments section below.<br>Feel free to edit this wiki page if you think it can be improved. 😎
==Other Lessons==
* [[Language/Lithuanian/Grammar/Nouns|Nouns]]
* [[Language/Lithuanian/Grammar/Conditional-Mood|Conditional Mood]]
* [[Language/Lithuanian/Grammar/How-to-Use-Have|How to Use Have]]
* [[Language/Lithuanian/Grammar/Conjugation|Conjugation]]
* [[Language/Lithuanian/Grammar/How-to-Use-Be|How to Use Be]]
* [[Language/Lithuanian/Grammar/Future-Tense|Future Tense]]
* [[Language/Lithuanian/Grammar/Pronouns|Pronouns]]
* [[Language/Lithuanian/Grammar/Adjectives|Adjectives]]
* [[Language/Lithuanian/Grammar/Negation|Negation]]


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Lithuanian Grammar - Questions

Hi Lithuanian learners! 😊
In this lesson, we will be focusing on questions in Lithuanian. Asking questions is an important part of communication, and by the end of this lesson, you will be able to form and understand different types of questions in Lithuanian. We will also be exploring some cultural aspects related to questioning in Lithuania.


Once you've mastered this lesson, take a look at these related pages: Noun Gender and Declension, Conditional Mood, Present Tense & Conjunctions and Expressions of Time and Place.

Basic question particles[edit | edit source]

In Lithuanian, there are a variety of ways to form a question, but the most common way is to use question particles. These particles are added to the end of a sentence to indicate that the sentence is a question.

The most common question particles in Lithuanian are "ar" and "ne." "Ar" is used to ask a yes/no question while "ne" is used to ask a negative question.

Here is an example of how to use "ar" in a sentence:

Lithuanian Pronunciation English
Ar jis kalba lietuviškai? [ar yis KAL-ba LIE-tu-vish-kai] Does he speak Lithuanian?

And here is an example of how to use "ne" in a sentence:

Lithuanian Pronunciation English
Nešokote šokių? [ne-SHO-ko-te SHO-kiu] Aren't you dancing?

Question words[edit | edit source]

In addition to question particles, Lithuanian also has specific question words that are used when asking for more detailed information. Here are some common question words in Lithuanian:

Lithuanian Pronunciation English
Kas? [kas] Who?
Ką? [kaun] What?
Kur? [kurr] Where?
Kodėl? [ko-DĖL] Why?
Kaip? [kai-p] How?

Using question words is important when asking open-ended questions and can help to clarify information.

Here is an example of how to use "kas" in a sentence:

Lithuanian Pronunciation English
Kas jums patinka? [kas yums pa-TINK-a] What do you like?

And here is an example of how to use "kur" in a sentence:

Lithuanian Pronunciation English
Kur jūs gyvenate? [kurr yus gi-ve-NA-te] Where do you live?

Tag questions[edit | edit source]

A tag question is a special type of question in which the speaker adds a phrase at the end of a sentence to confirm or clarify information. In Lithuanian, tag questions are formed by adding "arba ne" to a statement.

Here is an example of how to use a tag question in Lithuanian:

Lithuanian Pronunciation English
Jums tai patinka, arba ne? [yums tai pa-TINK-a ar-ba-ne] You like it, don't you?

Tag questions can be useful when trying to get someone's opinion or when trying to confirm information.

Culture corner[edit | edit source]

In Lithuanian culture, it is important to ask proper questions and to show interest in others. When meeting someone for the first time or in a business setting, it is common to ask about their family, job, and interests.

Another important aspect of questioning in Lithuanian culture is knowing when not to ask questions. For example, it is considered impolite to ask about someone's salary or personal finances unless you have a close relationship with that person.

In addition, Lithuanians are known for being quite direct in their questions and conversations, so it is important to be prepared for straightforward, honest answers.

Dialogue[edit | edit source]

  • Person 1: Ar tu kalbi lietuviškai? ([Do] you speak Lithuanian?)
  • Person 2: Taip, kalbu lietuviškai. ([Yes], I speak Lithuanian.)
  • Person 1: Kur jūs gyvenate? (Where do you live?)
  • Person 2: Aš gyvenu Vilniuje. (I live in Vilnius.)
  • Person 1: Kodėl jums patinka Lietuva? (Why do you like Lithuania?)
  • Person 2: Man patinka Lietuva dėl jos kultūros ir gamtos. ([I] like Lithuania for its culture and nature.)

Sources[edit | edit source]

➡ If you have any questions, please ask them in the comments section below.
➡ Feel free to edit this wiki page if you think it can be improved. 😎

Videos[edit | edit source]

LITHUANIAN LESSON 101 - THE QUESTION 'WHAT' AND OTHER ...[edit | edit source]

Other Lessons[edit | edit source]

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