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Asking questions is a vital part of communication. It allows us to gain information, clarify doubts, and engage in meaningful conversations. In the Panjabi language, forming questions can be quite straightforward once you understand the basics. This lesson will guide you through the essential question words and sentence structures you need to ask questions effectively in Panjabi.
In this lesson, we will cover:
* The importance of asking questions in daily conversations.
* Key question words: who, what, where, when, why, and how.
* Sentence structure for forming questions.
* Practical examples and exercises to reinforce your learning.
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=== Importance of Asking Questions ===
Asking questions is fundamental to learning and engaging with others. In Panjabi, as in any language, questions help us express curiosity and seek clarification. Whether you are asking for directions, inquiring about someone's name, or learning about cultural practices, knowing how to ask questions properly can open doors to deeper understanding and connection.
=== Key Question Words ===
In Panjabi, just like in English, specific words are used to ask questions. Here are the primary question words you'll be using:
==== Who (ਕੌਣ) ====
"Who" is used to identify a person or people. In Panjabi, it translates to '''ਕੌਣ (kāuṇ)'''.
==== What (ਕੀ) ====
"What" is used to ask for information about something. In Panjabi, it translates to '''ਕੀ (kī)'''.
==== Where (ਕਿੱਥੇ) ====
"Where" is used to inquire about a place. In Panjabi, it translates to '''ਕਿੱਥੇ (kithē)'''.
==== When (ਕਦੋਂ) ====
"When" is used to ask about time. In Panjabi, it translates to '''ਕਦੋਂ (kadōn)'''.
==== Why (ਕਿਉਂ) ====
"Why" is used to ask for reasons. In Panjabi, it translates to '''ਕਿਉਂ (kiuṅ)'''.
==== How (ਕਿਵੇਂ) ====
"How" is used to inquire about the manner in which something is done. In Panjabi, it translates to '''ਕਿਵੇਂ (kivēṅ)'''.
=== Sentence Structure for Forming Questions ===
Forming questions in Panjabi typically follows a straightforward structure. While the basic sentence order is Subject-Object-Verb (SOV), the question words often precede the subject to form a question.
Here's a simple breakdown of how to structure your questions:
* Start with the question word.
* Follow with the subject.
* Then, include the object (if applicable).
* Finally, use the verb.
=== Examples of Questions ===
Let’s look at some examples to illustrate how to ask questions using the words we've discussed. Below, you'll find a variety of questions along with their pronunciations and English translations.
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| ਕੌਣ ਆ ਰਿਹਾ ਹੈ? || kāuṇ ā rihā hai? || Who is coming?
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| ਕੀ ਤੁਸੀਂ ਸਕੂਲ ਜਾ ਰਹੇ ਹੋ? || kī tusīṁ sakūl jā rahē hō? || What are you doing at school?
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| ਕਿੱਥੇ ਜਾ ਰਹੇ ਹੋ? || kithē jā rahē hō? || Where are you going?
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| ਕਦੋਂ ਕਰਾਂਗੇ? || kadōn karāngē? || When will we do it?
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| ਕਿਉਂ ਰੋ ਰਹੇ ਹੋ? || kiuṅ rō rahē hō? || Why are you crying?
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| ਕਿਵੇਂ ਜਾਵਾਂ? || kivēṅ jāvāṅ? || How should I go?
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| ਕੌਣ ਤੁਹਾਡਾ ਦੋਸਤ ਹੈ? || kāuṇ tuhāḍā dōsat hai? || Who is your friend?
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| ਕੀ ਤੁਹਾਨੂੰ ਚਾਹੀਦਾ ਹੈ? || kī tuhānū chāhīdā hai? || What do you need?
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| ਕਿੱਥੇ ਬਾਜ਼ਾਰ ਹੈ? || kithē bāzār hai? || Where is the market?
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| ਕਦੋਂ ਮਿਲਾਂਗੇ? || kadōn milāṅgē? || When will we meet?
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| ਕਿਉਂ ਤੁਸੀਂ ਹੱਸ ਰਹੇ ਹੋ? || kiuṅ tusīṁ hass rahē hō? || Why are you laughing?
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| ਕਿਵੇਂ ਹੋ? || kivēṅ hō? || How are you?
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| ਕੌਣ ਸਿਖਾ ਰਹੀ ਹੈ? || kāuṇ sikhā rahī hai? || Who is teaching?


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| ਕੀ ਇਹ ਚੰਗਾ ਹੈ? || kī ih changā hai? || Is this good?
 
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| ਕਿੱਥੇ ਜੀਵਨ ਹੈ? || kithē jīvan hai? || Where is life?
 
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| ਕਦੋਂ ਦੱਸਣਾ ਹੈ? || kadōn dassaṇā hai? || When should I tell?
 
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| ਕਿਉਂ ਇਹ ਸੱਚ ਹੈ? || kiuṅ ih sach hai? || Why is this true?
 
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| ਕਿਵੇਂ ਲਿਖਣਾ ਹੈ? || kivēṅ likhaṇā hai? || How should I write?
 
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=== Exercises for Practice ===
 
To solidify your understanding of asking questions in Panjabi, here are some exercises for you to complete. Each exercise will test your knowledge of question words and structures.
 
==== Exercise 1: Fill in the Blanks ====
 
Complete the following sentences with the appropriate question word from the list: ਕੌਣ, ਕੀ, ਕਿੱਥੇ, ਕਦੋਂ, ਕਿਉਂ, ਕਿਵੇਂ.
 
1. ________ ਤੁਸੀਂ ਪੜ੍ਹ ਰਹੇ ਹੋ?
 
2. ________ ਇਹ ਚੀਜ਼ ਹੈ?
 
3. ________ ਤੁਸੀਂ ਜਾਣਾ ਚਾਹੁੰਦੇ ਹੋ?
 
4. ________ ਮੈਂ ਤੁਹਾਨੂੰ ਮਿਲਾਂਗਾ?
 
5. ________ ਤੁਸੀਂ ਹੱਸ ਰਹੇ ਹੋ?
 
6. ________ ਇਹ ਕੰਮ ਕਰਨਾ ਹੈ?
 
'''Answers:'''
 
1. ਕੌਣ (Who are you studying with?)
 
2. ਕੀ (What is this thing?)
 
3. ਕਿੱਥੇ (Where do you want to go?)
 
4. ਕਦੋਂ (When will I meet you?)
 
5. ਕਿਉਂ (Why are you laughing?)
 
6. ਕਿਵੇਂ (How is this work done?)
 
==== Exercise 2: Translate the Questions ====
 
Translate the following English questions into Panjabi.
 
1. Who is your teacher?
 
2. What do you want?
 
3. Where is your home?
 
4. When is the festival?
 
5. Why are you late?
 
6. How do you feel?
 
'''Answers:'''
 
1. ਤੁਹਾਡਾ ਅਧਿਆਪਕ ਕੌਣ ਹੈ?
 
2. ਤੁਸੀਂ ਕੀ ਚਾਹੁੰਦੇ ਹੋ?
 
3. ਤੁਹਾਡਾ ਘਰ ਕਿੱਥੇ ਹੈ?
 
4. ਤਿਉਹਾਰ ਕਦੋਂ ਹੈ?
 
5. ਤੁਸੀਂ ਕਿਉਂ ਦੇਰ ਹੋ?
 
6. ਤੁਸੀਂ ਕਿਵੇਂ ਮਹਿਸੂਸ ਕਰਦੇ ਹੋ?
 
==== Exercise 3: Create Your Own Questions ====
 
Using the question words provided, create your own questions in Panjabi. Use the words: ਕੌਣ, ਕੀ, ਕਿੱਥੇ, ਕਦੋਂ, ਕਿਉਂ, ਕਿਵੇਂ.
 
'''Sample Answers:'''
 
1. ਕੌਣ ਤੁਹਾਡੇ ਨਾਲ ਆਇਆ?
 
2. ਕੀ ਤੁਸੀਂ ਮੈਨੂੰ ਸਹਾਇਤਾ ਕਰ ਸਕਦੇ ਹੋ?
 
3. ਕਿੱਥੇ ਅਸੀਂ ਭੇਟ ਕਰਾਂਗੇ?
 
4. ਕਦੋਂ ਤੁਸੀਂ ਛੁੱਟੀਆਂ ਲੈਂਦੇ ਹੋ?
 
5. ਕਿਉਂ ਤੁਸੀਂ ਚਿੰਤਾ ਕਰਦੇ ਹੋ?
 
6. ਕਿਵੇਂ ਤੁਸੀਂ ਇਹ ਕੰਮ ਕਰਦੇ ਹੋ?
 
==== Exercise 4: Match the Questions ===
 
Match the English questions with their Panjabi translations.
 
1. Who is she? 
 
2. What is this? 


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3. Where are you? 


Asking questions is one of the most important aspects of communication in any language. In Panjabi, forming questions is relatively straightforward once you understand the basic sentence structure and question words. In this lesson, we will learn how to form questions in Panjabi and use question words like who, what, where, when, why, and how.
4. When do we eat? 


== Basic Sentence Structure Recap ==
5. Why did you come? 


Before we delve into forming questions, let's quickly recap the basic sentence structure in Panjabi.  
6. How can I help? 


Panjabi follows the Subject-Object-Verb (SOV) order, which means that the subject of a sentence comes first, followed by the object, and then the verb. Here is an example sentence:
A. ਕਦੋਂ ਅਸੀਂ ਖਾਂਦੇ ਹਾਂ? 
* ਮੈਂ ਪਾਣੀ ਪੀਂਦਾ ਹਾਂ। (Main paani peenda haan.) - I drink water.


In this sentence, "ਮੈਂ" (Main) is the subject, "ਪਾਣੀ" (paani) is the object, and "ਪੀਂਦਾ" (peenda) is the verb.
B. ਕਿਉਂ ਤੁਸੀਂ ਆਏ? 


== Asking Yes/No Questions ==
C. ਕਿੱਥੇ ਤੁਸੀਂ ਹੋ? 


Yes/No questions are questions that can be answered with a simple "yes" or "no." In Panjabi, the easiest way to form a yes/no question is by changing the intonation or tone of voice at the end of a statement. For example:
D. ਕੀ ਇਹ ਹੈ? 


* Statement: ਮੈਂ ਪਾਣੀ ਪੀਂਦਾ ਹਾਂ। (Main paani peenda haan.) - I drink water.
E. ਕੌਣ ਉਹ ਹੈ?
* Yes/No Question: ਕੀ ਮੈਂ ਪਾਣੀ ਪੀਂਦਾ ਹਾਂ? (Ki main paani peenda haan?) - Do I drink water?


As you can see, the structure of the sentence remains the same, but the tone of voice at the end changes to indicate that it is a question. The word "ਕੀ" (Ki) is often added at the beginning of the sentence to indicate that it is a question.  
F. ਮੈਂ ਕਿਵੇਂ ਮਦਦ ਕਰਾਂ? 


Here is another example:
'''Answers:'''


* Statement: ਉਹ ਪੰਜਾਬੀ ਬੋਲਦਾ ਹੈ। (Uh Panjabi bolda hai.) - He speaks Panjabi.
1 - E, 2 - D, 3 - C, 4 - A, 5 - B, 6 - F
* Yes/No Question: ਕੀ ਉਹ ਪੰਜਾਬੀ ਬੋਲਦਾ ਹੈ? (Ki uh Panjabi bolda hai?) - Does he speak Panjabi?


It's important to note that when asking yes/no questions in Panjabi, the word order remains the same. This is different from English, where the word order in questions changes.
==== Exercise 5: Question Formation ====


== Using Question Words ==
Rearrange the following words to form correct questions in Panjabi.


In addition to yes/no questions, you can also form questions using question words like who, what, where, when, why, and how. In Panjabi, these question words are added to the beginning of a sentence, and the word order remains the same as in a statement.
1. ਕੌਣ / ਹੈ / ਤੇਰਾ / ਦੋਸਤ /?


Here are some examples:
2. ਕੀ / ਤੂੰ / ਜਾਣਾ / ਚਾਹੁੰਦਾ / ਹੈ?


* ਕੌਣ ਤੁਸੀਂ? (Kaun tusi?) - Who are you?
3. ਕਿੱਥੇ / ਗਏ / ਉਹ /?
* ਤੁਸੀਂ ਕਿਹੜੇ ਤੋਂ ਹੋ? (Tusi kihde toh ho?) - Where are you from?
* ਤੁਸੀਂ ਕਿਥੋਂ ਆਉਂਦੇ ਹੋ? (Tusi kithon aunde ho?) - Where do you come from?
* ਕੀ ਤੁਸੀਂ ਪੰਜਾਬੀ ਬੋਲਦੇ ਹੋ? (Ki tusi Panjabi bolda ho?) - Do you speak Panjabi?
* ਕੀ ਤੁਸੀਂ ਪੰਜਾਬੀ ਨਹੀਂ ਬੋਲਦੇ? (Ki tusi Panjabi nahi bolda?) - Don't you speak Panjabi?
* ਕਿਵੇਂ ਤੁਸੀਂ ਹੱਥ ਧੋਣੇ ਹਨ? (Kiven tusi hath dhondhe han?) - How do you wash your hands?
* ਕਿਵੇਂ ਤੁਸੀਂ ਹੋਟਲ ਲੇਣੇ ਜਾਂਦੇ ਹੋ? (Kiven tusi hotel lene jaande ho?) - How do you go to the hotel?


As you can see, the question word is added to the beginning of the sentence, and the word order remains the same as in a statement.  
4. ਕਦੋਂ / ਕਰਾਂਗੇ / ਅਸੀਂ / ਇਸ ਨੂੰ /?


== Using "ਕਿਉਂ" (Kyun) to Ask Why ==
5. ਕਿਉਂ / ਹੈ / ਇਹ / ਮਸਲਾ /?


In addition to the basic question words, Panjabi also has a specific word for asking "why." This word is "ਕਿਉਂ" (Kyun). Here are some examples:
'''Answers:'''


* ਤੁਸੀਂ ਕਿਉਂ ਆਇਆ ਹੋ? (Tusi kyun aaya ho?) - Why did you come?
1. ਤੇਰਾ ਦੋਸਤ ਕੌਣ ਹੈ? (Who is your friend?)
* ਉਸ ਨੂੰ ਕਿਉਂ ਸਜਾ ਮਿਲੀ? (Us nu kyun saja mili?) - Why did he get punished?
* ਉਸਦਾ ਘਰ ਕਿਉਂ ਬਚਾਇਆ ਨਹੀਂ? (Usda ghar kyun bachaya nahi?) - Why didn't he save his house?


== Negating Sentences ==
2. ਤੂੰ ਜਾਣਾ ਚਾਹੁੰਦਾ ਕੀ ਹੈ? (What do you want to do?)


In addition to asking questions, it's also important to know how to negate sentences in Panjabi. To negate a sentence, simply add the word "ਨਹੀਂ" (nahi) after the verb.
3. ਉਹ ਕਿੱਥੇ ਗਏ? (Where did they go?)


Here are some examples:
4. ਅਸੀਂ ਇਸ ਨੂੰ ਕਦੋਂ ਕਰਾਂਗੇ? (When will we do this?)


* Positive: ਮੈਂ ਪਾਣੀ ਪੀਂਦਾ ਹਾਂ। (Main paani peenda haan.) - I drink water.
5. ਇਹ ਮਸਲਾ ਕਿਉਂ ਹੈ? (Why is this an issue?)
  Negative: ਮੈਂ ਪਾਣੀ ਨਹੀਂ ਪੀਂਦਾ। (Main paani nahi peenda.) - I do not drink water.
* Positive: ਉਸਦਾ ਘਰ ਬਹੁਤ ਸੁੰਦਰ ਹੈ। (Usda ghar bahut sundar hai.) - His house is very beautiful.
  Negative: ਉਸਦਾ ਘਰ ਕਦਮਭਜਾਵਾ ਹੈ। (Usda ghar kadmabhajava hai.) - His house is not clean.


It's important to note that when negating a sentence, the word order and structure remain the same. Only the verb is changed to its negative form by adding "ਨਹੀਂ" (nahi) after it.
=== Conclusion ===


== Conclusion ==
By mastering the art of asking questions in Panjabi, you are equipping yourself with the tools to engage in deeper conversations and understand the culture around you. The ability to seek information, clarify doubts, and express curiosity will greatly enhance your language skills and confidence when speaking Panjabi.


In this lesson, we learned how to form questions in Panjabi and use question words like who, what, where, when, why, and how. We also learned how to negate sentences by adding "ਨਹੀਂ" (nahi) after the verb. With these tools, you should be able to ask and answer basic questions in Panjabi. Keep practicing and building your vocabulary, and you'll be speaking Panjabi with ease in no time!
As you progress through the rest of this course, keep practicing these questions, and don't hesitate to ask your own! Remember, every question is a step toward greater understanding.


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Panjabi → Grammar → 0 to A1 Course → Asking Questions

Asking questions is a vital part of communication. It allows us to gain information, clarify doubts, and engage in meaningful conversations. In the Panjabi language, forming questions can be quite straightforward once you understand the basics. This lesson will guide you through the essential question words and sentence structures you need to ask questions effectively in Panjabi.

In this lesson, we will cover:

  • The importance of asking questions in daily conversations.
  • Key question words: who, what, where, when, why, and how.
  • Sentence structure for forming questions.
  • Practical examples and exercises to reinforce your learning.

Importance of Asking Questions[edit | edit source]

Asking questions is fundamental to learning and engaging with others. In Panjabi, as in any language, questions help us express curiosity and seek clarification. Whether you are asking for directions, inquiring about someone's name, or learning about cultural practices, knowing how to ask questions properly can open doors to deeper understanding and connection.

Key Question Words[edit | edit source]

In Panjabi, just like in English, specific words are used to ask questions. Here are the primary question words you'll be using:

Who (ਕੌਣ)[edit | edit source]

"Who" is used to identify a person or people. In Panjabi, it translates to ਕੌਣ (kāuṇ).

What (ਕੀ)[edit | edit source]

"What" is used to ask for information about something. In Panjabi, it translates to ਕੀ (kī).

Where (ਕਿੱਥੇ)[edit | edit source]

"Where" is used to inquire about a place. In Panjabi, it translates to ਕਿੱਥੇ (kithē).

When (ਕਦੋਂ)[edit | edit source]

"When" is used to ask about time. In Panjabi, it translates to ਕਦੋਂ (kadōn).

Why (ਕਿਉਂ)[edit | edit source]

"Why" is used to ask for reasons. In Panjabi, it translates to ਕਿਉਂ (kiuṅ).

How (ਕਿਵੇਂ)[edit | edit source]

"How" is used to inquire about the manner in which something is done. In Panjabi, it translates to ਕਿਵੇਂ (kivēṅ).

Sentence Structure for Forming Questions[edit | edit source]

Forming questions in Panjabi typically follows a straightforward structure. While the basic sentence order is Subject-Object-Verb (SOV), the question words often precede the subject to form a question.

Here's a simple breakdown of how to structure your questions:

  • Start with the question word.
  • Follow with the subject.
  • Then, include the object (if applicable).
  • Finally, use the verb.

Examples of Questions[edit | edit source]

Let’s look at some examples to illustrate how to ask questions using the words we've discussed. Below, you'll find a variety of questions along with their pronunciations and English translations.

Panjabi Pronunciation English
ਕੌਣ ਆ ਰਿਹਾ ਹੈ? kāuṇ ā rihā hai? Who is coming?
ਕੀ ਤੁਸੀਂ ਸਕੂਲ ਜਾ ਰਹੇ ਹੋ? kī tusīṁ sakūl jā rahē hō? What are you doing at school?
ਕਿੱਥੇ ਜਾ ਰਹੇ ਹੋ? kithē jā rahē hō? Where are you going?
ਕਦੋਂ ਕਰਾਂਗੇ? kadōn karāngē? When will we do it?
ਕਿਉਂ ਰੋ ਰਹੇ ਹੋ? kiuṅ rō rahē hō? Why are you crying?
ਕਿਵੇਂ ਜਾਵਾਂ? kivēṅ jāvāṅ? How should I go?
ਕੌਣ ਤੁਹਾਡਾ ਦੋਸਤ ਹੈ? kāuṇ tuhāḍā dōsat hai? Who is your friend?
ਕੀ ਤੁਹਾਨੂੰ ਚਾਹੀਦਾ ਹੈ? kī tuhānū chāhīdā hai? What do you need?
ਕਿੱਥੇ ਬਾਜ਼ਾਰ ਹੈ? kithē bāzār hai? Where is the market?
ਕਦੋਂ ਮਿਲਾਂਗੇ? kadōn milāṅgē? When will we meet?
ਕਿਉਂ ਤੁਸੀਂ ਹੱਸ ਰਹੇ ਹੋ? kiuṅ tusīṁ hass rahē hō? Why are you laughing?
ਕਿਵੇਂ ਹੋ? kivēṅ hō? How are you?
ਕੌਣ ਸਿਖਾ ਰਹੀ ਹੈ? kāuṇ sikhā rahī hai? Who is teaching?
ਕੀ ਇਹ ਚੰਗਾ ਹੈ? kī ih changā hai? Is this good?
ਕਿੱਥੇ ਜੀਵਨ ਹੈ? kithē jīvan hai? Where is life?
ਕਦੋਂ ਦੱਸਣਾ ਹੈ? kadōn dassaṇā hai? When should I tell?
ਕਿਉਂ ਇਹ ਸੱਚ ਹੈ? kiuṅ ih sach hai? Why is this true?
ਕਿਵੇਂ ਲਿਖਣਾ ਹੈ? kivēṅ likhaṇā hai? How should I write?

Exercises for Practice[edit | edit source]

To solidify your understanding of asking questions in Panjabi, here are some exercises for you to complete. Each exercise will test your knowledge of question words and structures.

Exercise 1: Fill in the Blanks[edit | edit source]

Complete the following sentences with the appropriate question word from the list: ਕੌਣ, ਕੀ, ਕਿੱਥੇ, ਕਦੋਂ, ਕਿਉਂ, ਕਿਵੇਂ.

1. ________ ਤੁਸੀਂ ਪੜ੍ਹ ਰਹੇ ਹੋ?

2. ________ ਇਹ ਚੀਜ਼ ਹੈ?

3. ________ ਤੁਸੀਂ ਜਾਣਾ ਚਾਹੁੰਦੇ ਹੋ?

4. ________ ਮੈਂ ਤੁਹਾਨੂੰ ਮਿਲਾਂਗਾ?

5. ________ ਤੁਸੀਂ ਹੱਸ ਰਹੇ ਹੋ?

6. ________ ਇਹ ਕੰਮ ਕਰਨਾ ਹੈ?

Answers:

1. ਕੌਣ (Who are you studying with?)

2. ਕੀ (What is this thing?)

3. ਕਿੱਥੇ (Where do you want to go?)

4. ਕਦੋਂ (When will I meet you?)

5. ਕਿਉਂ (Why are you laughing?)

6. ਕਿਵੇਂ (How is this work done?)

Exercise 2: Translate the Questions[edit | edit source]

Translate the following English questions into Panjabi.

1. Who is your teacher?

2. What do you want?

3. Where is your home?

4. When is the festival?

5. Why are you late?

6. How do you feel?

Answers:

1. ਤੁਹਾਡਾ ਅਧਿਆਪਕ ਕੌਣ ਹੈ?

2. ਤੁਸੀਂ ਕੀ ਚਾਹੁੰਦੇ ਹੋ?

3. ਤੁਹਾਡਾ ਘਰ ਕਿੱਥੇ ਹੈ?

4. ਤਿਉਹਾਰ ਕਦੋਂ ਹੈ?

5. ਤੁਸੀਂ ਕਿਉਂ ਦੇਰ ਹੋ?

6. ਤੁਸੀਂ ਕਿਵੇਂ ਮਹਿਸੂਸ ਕਰਦੇ ਹੋ?

Exercise 3: Create Your Own Questions[edit | edit source]

Using the question words provided, create your own questions in Panjabi. Use the words: ਕੌਣ, ਕੀ, ਕਿੱਥੇ, ਕਦੋਂ, ਕਿਉਂ, ਕਿਵੇਂ.

Sample Answers:

1. ਕੌਣ ਤੁਹਾਡੇ ਨਾਲ ਆਇਆ?

2. ਕੀ ਤੁਸੀਂ ਮੈਨੂੰ ਸਹਾਇਤਾ ਕਰ ਸਕਦੇ ਹੋ?

3. ਕਿੱਥੇ ਅਸੀਂ ਭੇਟ ਕਰਾਂਗੇ?

4. ਕਦੋਂ ਤੁਸੀਂ ਛੁੱਟੀਆਂ ਲੈਂਦੇ ਹੋ?

5. ਕਿਉਂ ਤੁਸੀਂ ਚਿੰਤਾ ਕਰਦੇ ਹੋ?

6. ਕਿਵੇਂ ਤੁਸੀਂ ਇਹ ਕੰਮ ਕਰਦੇ ਹੋ?

= Exercise 4: Match the Questions[edit | edit source]

Match the English questions with their Panjabi translations.

1. Who is she?

2. What is this?

3. Where are you?

4. When do we eat?

5. Why did you come?

6. How can I help?

A. ਕਦੋਂ ਅਸੀਂ ਖਾਂਦੇ ਹਾਂ?

B. ਕਿਉਂ ਤੁਸੀਂ ਆਏ?

C. ਕਿੱਥੇ ਤੁਸੀਂ ਹੋ?

D. ਕੀ ਇਹ ਹੈ?

E. ਕੌਣ ਉਹ ਹੈ?

F. ਮੈਂ ਕਿਵੇਂ ਮਦਦ ਕਰਾਂ?

Answers:

1 - E, 2 - D, 3 - C, 4 - A, 5 - B, 6 - F

Exercise 5: Question Formation[edit | edit source]

Rearrange the following words to form correct questions in Panjabi.

1. ਕੌਣ / ਹੈ / ਤੇਰਾ / ਦੋਸਤ /?

2. ਕੀ / ਤੂੰ / ਜਾਣਾ / ਚਾਹੁੰਦਾ / ਹੈ?

3. ਕਿੱਥੇ / ਗਏ / ਉਹ /?

4. ਕਦੋਂ / ਕਰਾਂਗੇ / ਅਸੀਂ / ਇਸ ਨੂੰ /?

5. ਕਿਉਂ / ਹੈ / ਇਹ / ਮਸਲਾ /?

Answers:

1. ਤੇਰਾ ਦੋਸਤ ਕੌਣ ਹੈ? (Who is your friend?)

2. ਤੂੰ ਜਾਣਾ ਚਾਹੁੰਦਾ ਕੀ ਹੈ? (What do you want to do?)

3. ਉਹ ਕਿੱਥੇ ਗਏ? (Where did they go?)

4. ਅਸੀਂ ਇਸ ਨੂੰ ਕਦੋਂ ਕਰਾਂਗੇ? (When will we do this?)

5. ਇਹ ਮਸਲਾ ਕਿਉਂ ਹੈ? (Why is this an issue?)

Conclusion[edit | edit source]

By mastering the art of asking questions in Panjabi, you are equipping yourself with the tools to engage in deeper conversations and understand the culture around you. The ability to seek information, clarify doubts, and express curiosity will greatly enhance your language skills and confidence when speaking Panjabi.

As you progress through the rest of this course, keep practicing these questions, and don't hesitate to ask your own! Remember, every question is a step toward greater understanding.

Table of Contents - Panjabi Course - 0 to A1[edit source]


Introduction to Panjabi Script


Basic Words and Phrases


Basic Sentence Structure


Everyday Vocabulary


Verbs and Tenses


Travel and Transportation


Questions and Negation


Panjabi Customs and Traditions


Hobbies and Leisure Activities


Prepositions and Conjunctions


Panjabi Literature and Media


Health and Emergencies


Expressing Opinions and Emotions


Other Lessons[edit | edit source]



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