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In learning any language, asking questions is one of the most fundamental skills you can develop. Questions not only help you gather information but also deepen your understanding of the language and culture. In Central Pashto, forming '''wh-questions''' is essential, as they allow you to engage in meaningful conversations and clarify doubts. This lesson will guide you through the process of forming and using wh-questions in Central Pashto.
 
We'll cover the following key aspects:
 
* Understanding what wh-questions are
 
* Learning the different wh-words (who, what, where, when, why, and how)
 
* Practicing sentence formation
 
* Engaging in exercises to reinforce your learning
 
By the end of this lesson, you will have a solid grasp of asking and answering wh-questions in Central Pashto, paving the way for more complex conversations as you progress in your language journey.


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== Introduction ==
=== What are Wh-Questions? ===
 
Wh-questions are inquiries that begin with specific words that help gather information. These questions can ask about people, things, places, times, reasons, and methods. In Central Pashto, the wh-words are similar in function to their English counterparts.
 
Here are the primary wh-words in Central Pashto:
 
* '''څوک (tsok)''' - Who
 
* '''څه (tsah)''' - What
 
* '''چیرته (chirta)''' - Where
 
* '''کله (kala)''' - When
 
* '''ولې (wule)''' - Why
 
* '''څنګه (tsanga)''' - How


In this lesson, we will learn how to form wh-questions in Central Pashto. Asking questions is an essential skill in any language, as it allows us to gather information and engage in conversations with others. Wh-questions are a specific type of question that require the use of question words such as who, what, where, when, why, and how. Mastering wh-questions will greatly enhance your ability to communicate effectively in Central Pashto.
=== Structure of Wh-Questions ===


In this lesson, we will explore the different question words, their usage, and how to form wh-questions in Central Pashto. We will provide numerous examples and practice exercises to ensure a thorough understanding of the topic. Additionally, we will delve into any regional variations in the usage or understanding of wh-questions in Central Pashto, as well as share interesting cultural facts and anecdotes related to the topic.
In Central Pashto, wh-questions typically follow this structure:


By the end of this lesson, you will be able to confidently ask and answer wh-questions in Central Pashto, allowing you to engage in meaningful conversations and expand your language skills.
* Wh-word + Subject + Verb + Object?


== Wh-Questions in Central Pashto ==
For instance:


Wh-questions in Central Pashto are formed by placing the appropriate question word at the beginning of the sentence. The question word is typically followed by the verb and then the subject. Let's explore each question word in detail and see how they are used in Central Pashto.
* '''څوک دی؟ (Tsok di?)''' - Who is it?


=== Who ===
* '''څه کوې؟ (Tsah kawi?)''' - What are you doing?


The question word "who" is used to ask about a person or people. It can refer to both the subject and the object of the sentence. Here are some examples:
Let’s delve deeper into each wh-word with examples.
 
==== Who (څوک) ====
 
The wh-word '''څوک (tsok)''' is used to ask about people.  


{| class="wikitable"
{| class="wikitable"
! Central Pashto !! Pronunciation !! English
! Central Pashto !! Pronunciation !! English
|-
|-
| دی؟ || de? || Who?
 
| څوک دی؟ || tsok di? || Who is it?
 
|-
|-
| ده ویا؟ || da wiya? || Who is he/she?
 
| څوک راغلی؟ || tsok raghli? || Who has come?
 
|-
|-
| ده ویاونه؟ || da wiyawna? || Who are they?
 
| څوک دې؟ || tsok de? || Who are you?
 
|-
|-
| ده ویاه پوښتنه کوي؟ || da wiya poṣṭana kawi? || Who is asking the question?
 
| څوک در سره دی؟ || tsok dar sara di? || Who is with you?
 
|-
|-
| ده ویاه سترګه که واخلوي؟ || da wiya sṭarga ke wakhlowi? || Who will join the party?
 
| څوک د ښوونځي سره دی؟ || tsok da khwondze sara di? || Who is with the school?
 
|}
|}


=== What ===
==== What (څه) ====


The question word "what" is used to ask about things or actions. It can refer to both the subject and the object of the sentence. Here are some examples:
The wh-word '''څه (tsah)''' is used to inquire about things or actions.


{| class="wikitable"
{| class="wikitable"
! Central Pashto !! Pronunciation !! English
! Central Pashto !! Pronunciation !! English
|-
|-
| څه دی؟ || tsa de? || What?
 
| څه کوې؟ || tsah kawi? || What are you doing?
 
|-
|-
| څه دی وو؟ || tsa di wo? || What is this?
 
| څه شی دی؟ || tsah she di? || What is it?
 
|-
|-
| څه دی وونه؟ || tsa di wuna? || What are these?
 
| څه خوري؟ || tsah khori? || What do you eat?
 
|-
|-
| څه دی ور کېدلو؟ || tsa di war ke dlwo? || What are you doing?
 
| څه پکار دی؟ || tsah pakar di? || What is needed?
 
|-
|-
| څه لیدل نه ورکو؟ || tsa ledal ne warko? || What did you eat?
 
| څه وخت دی؟ || tsah wakht di? || What time is it?
 
|}
|}


=== Where ===
==== Where (چیرته) ====


The question word "where" is used to ask about a location or place. Here are some examples:
The wh-word '''چیرته (chirta)''' is used to ask about places.


{| class="wikitable"
{| class="wikitable"
! Central Pashto !! Pronunciation !! English
! Central Pashto !! Pronunciation !! English
|-
|-
| ړه دی؟ || ra de? || Where?
 
| چیرته ځي؟ || chirta zhi? || Where are you going?
 
|-
|-
| ړه دی وو؟ || ra di wo? || Where is this?
 
| چیرته دی؟ || chirta di? || Where is it?
 
|-
|-
| ړه دی وونه؟ || ra di wuna? || Where are these?
 
| چیرته راغلی؟ || chirta raghli? || Where have you come from?
 
|-
|-
| ړه دی ور کېدلو؟ || ra di war ke dlwo? || Where are you going?
 
| چیرته دي؟ || chirta de? || Where are they?
 
|-
|-
| ړه کړو؟ || ra karo? || Where to?
 
| چیرته میشته دی؟ || chirta mishta di? || Where do you live?
 
|}
|}


=== When ===
==== When (کله) ====


The question word "when" is used to ask about a specific time or period. Here are some examples:
The wh-word '''کله (kala)''' is used to inquire about time.


{| class="wikitable"
{| class="wikitable"
! Central Pashto !! Pronunciation !! English
! Central Pashto !! Pronunciation !! English
|-
|-
| کله دی؟ || kala de? || When?
 
| کله به راشي؟ || kala ba rashi? || When will you come?
 
|-
|-
| کله دی وو؟ || kala di wo? || When is this?
 
| کله دی؟ || kala di? || When is it?
 
|-
|-
| کله دی وونه؟ || kala di wuna? || When are these?
 
| کله مو واده دی؟ || kala mo wada di? || When is your wedding?
 
|-
|-
| کله دی ور کېدلو؟ || kala di war ke dlwo? || When will you come?
 
| کله به وزم؟ || kala ba wozum? || When will I go?
 
|-
|-
| کله کړو؟ || kala karo? || When to?
 
| کله به خلاص شي؟ || kala ba khlas shi? || When will it be finished?
 
|}
|}


=== Why ===
==== Why (ولې) ====


The question word "why" is used to ask about the reason or purpose. Here are some examples:
The wh-word '''ولې (wule)''' is used to ask for reasons.


{| class="wikitable"
{| class="wikitable"
! Central Pashto !! Pronunciation !! English
! Central Pashto !! Pronunciation !! English
|-
|-
| څوک دی؟ || tsook de? || Why?
 
| ولې دې؟ || wule de? || Why are you?
 
|-
|-
| څوک دی وو؟ || tsook di wo? || Why is this?
 
| ولې راغلې؟ || wule raghli? || Why have you come?
 
|-
|-
| څوک دی وونه؟ || tsook di wuna? || Why are these?
 
| ولې خفه یې؟ || wule khafa ye? || Why are you sad?
 
|-
|-
| څوک دی ور کېدلو؟ || tsook di war ke dlwo? || Why are you crying?
 
| ولې دې خبرې نه کوي؟ || wule de khabare na kawi? || Why don’t you talk?
 
|-
|-
| څوک کړو؟ || tsook karo? || Why?
 
| ولې تا ته اړتیا لرم؟ || wule ta ta arziya laram? || Why do I need you?
 
|}
|}


=== How ===
==== How (څنګه) ====


The question word "how" is used to ask about the manner or way something is done. Here are some examples:
The wh-word '''څنګه (tsanga)''' is used to inquire about methods or manners.


{| class="wikitable"
{| class="wikitable"
! Central Pashto !! Pronunciation !! English
! Central Pashto !! Pronunciation !! English
|-
|-
| څوک دی؟ || tsook de? || How?
 
| څنګه یې؟ || tsanga ye? || How are you?
 
|-
|-
| څوک دی وو؟ || tsook di wo? || How is this done?
 
| څنګه کوو؟ || tsanga kawi? || How do we do?
 
|-
|-
| څوک دی وونه؟ || tsook di wuna? || How are these done?
 
| څنګه راشي؟ || tsanga rashi? || How does it come?
 
|-
|-
| څوک دی ور کېدلو؟ || tsook di war ke dlwo? || How will you do it?
 
| څنګه مرسته وکړم؟ || tsanga mrasta wakram? || How can I help?
 
|-
|-
| څوک کړو؟ || tsook karo? || How?
 
| څنګه پوه شوم؟ || tsanga poh shom? || How did I understand?
 
|}
|}


== Practice Exercises ==
=== Practice Exercises ===
 
Now that we have covered the basics of wh-questions, it's time to put your knowledge to the test! Below are ten exercises designed to help you practice forming and responding to wh-questions in Central Pashto.
 
==== Exercise 1: Fill in the Blanks ====
 
Fill in the blanks with the correct wh-word (who, what, where, when, why, how).
 
1. ______ دی؟ (______ di?) - ______ is it?
 
2. ______ کوې؟ (______ kawi?) - ______ are you doing?
 
3. ______ ځي؟ (______ zhi?) - ______ are you going?
 
4. ______ به راشي؟ (______ ba rashi?) - ______ will you come?
 
5. ______ دې؟ (______ de?) - ______ are you?
 
'''Solutions:'''
 
1. څوک (tsok)
 
2. څه (tsah)
 
3. چیرته (chirta)
 
4. کله (kala)
 
5. ولې (wule)
 
==== Exercise 2: Match the Questions to Their Answers ====
 
Match the question to the appropriate answer.
 
1. څوک دی؟ 
 
2. څه کوی؟ 
 
3. چیرته ځي؟ 
 
4. کله به راشي؟ 
 
5. ولې خفه یې؟ 
 
A. زه خوشحال یم. 
 
B. زه کار کوم. 
 
C. زه د ښوونځي ته ځم. 
 
D. زه د شپې راځم. 
 
E. دا زما دوست دی. 
 
'''Solutions:'''
 
1 - E, 2 - B, 3 - C, 4 - D, 5 - A
 
==== Exercise 3: Create Your Own Questions ====
 
Create your own wh-questions using the wh-words you have learned. Share them with a partner.
 
Example:
 
* '''څنګه یې؟ (Tsanga ye?)''' - How are you?
 
==== Exercise 4: Identify the Wh-word ====
 
Read the following sentences and identify the wh-word used.
 
1. '''څوک درسره دی؟ (Tsok dar sara di?)''' - Who is with you?
 
2. '''چیرته ځي؟ (Chirta zhi?)''' - Where are you going?
 
3. '''کله به راشي؟ (Kala ba rashi?)''' - When will you come?
 
4. '''ولې خفه یې؟ (Wule khafa ye?)''' - Why are you sad?
 
5. '''څه کوې؟ (Tsah kawi?)''' - What are you doing?
 
'''Solutions:'''
 
1. څوک (tsok)
 
2. چیرته (chirta)
 
3. کله (kala)
 
4. ولې (wule)
 
5. څه (tsah)
 
==== Exercise 5: Role Play ====
 
In pairs, role-play a conversation using wh-questions. One student asks questions while the other answers.
 
Example:
 
* Student A: '''څوک دی؟ (Tsok di?)'''
 
* Student B: '''زه محمد یم. (Za Muhammad yam.)''' - I am Muhammad.
 
==== Exercise 6: Translation Practice ====
 
Translate the following wh-questions into Central Pashto.
 
1. What is your name?
 
2. Where do you live?
 
3. When is your birthday?
 
4. Who is your friend?


Now that we have learned how to form wh-questions in Central Pashto, let's practice asking and answering some questions. Choose the appropriate question word and form a question based on the given prompt. Then, provide an answer to the question.  
5. Why are you studying?


1. Prompt: ___________ is your name?
'''Solutions:'''
  Question: Who is your name?
  Answer: My name is John.


2. Prompt: ___________ are you going?
1. '''ستاسو نوم څه دی؟ (Staso nom tsah di?)'''
  Question: Where are you going?
  Answer: I am going to the store.


3. Prompt: ___________ did you eat for lunch?
2. '''ته چیرته اوسی؟ (Ta chirta osi?)'''
  Question: What did you eat for lunch?
  Answer: I had a sandwich and some fruit.


4. Prompt: ___________ do you like to do in your free time?
3. '''ستاسو زوکړه کله ده؟ (Staso zukhra kala da?)'''
  Question: What do you like to do in your free time?
  Answer: I enjoy reading and playing sports.


5. Prompt: ___________ were you born?
4. '''ستاسو دوست څوک دی؟ (Staso dost tsok di?)'''
  Question: Where were you born?
  Answer: I was born in Kabul.


6. Prompt: ___________ did you go on vacation?
5. '''ولې زده کړه کوی؟ (Wule zada kra kawi?)'''
  Question: When did you go on vacation?
  Answer: I went on vacation last month.


7. Prompt: ___________ are you studying?
==== Exercise 7: Question Formation ====
  Question: What are you studying?
  Answer: I am studying math and science.


8. Prompt: ___________ are you crying?
Change the following statements into wh-questions.
  Question: Why are you crying?
  Answer: I am crying because I am sad.


9. Prompt: ___________ will you do it?
1. You are going to the market. → '''چیرته ځې؟ (Chirta zhi?)'''
  Question: How will you do it?
  Answer: I will do it with the help of my friends.


10. Prompt: ___________ is your favorite color?
2. They are playing. → '''څه کوي؟ (Tsah kawi?)'''
    Question: What is your favorite color?
    Answer: My favorite color is blue.


== Regional Variations and Cultural Insights ==
3. He is happy. → '''ولې خوشحال دی؟ (Wule khushal di?)'''


The usage and understanding of wh-questions in Central Pashto may vary slightly across different regions. In some areas, certain question words may be used more frequently or have specific cultural connotations. For example, in more traditional communities, the question word "why" may be used sparingly as questioning the reasons behind someone's actions can be considered disrespectful.
4. We will meet tomorrow. → '''کله به ملاقات وکړو؟ (Kala ba mulaqat wakro?)'''


Additionally, it is important to note that Pashtun culture values politeness and indirectness in communication. This cultural trait can be observed in the way questions are asked and answered. Pashto speakers often use softening phrases or indirect language when asking sensitive or personal questions, especially when addressing elders or people of higher social status. This cultural nuance should be taken into consideration when interacting with Pashto speakers in formal or traditional settings.
5. She is my sister. → '''څوک ده؟ (Tsok da?)'''


== Conclusion ==
==== Exercise 8: Wh-Questions Bingo ====


Congratulations! You have successfully learned how to form wh-questions in Central Pashto. By mastering the usage of question words such as who, what, where, when, why, and how, you can now engage in more meaningful conversations and gather information effectively. Remember to practice asking and answering questions in various contexts to further enhance your language skills.
Create a bingo card with different wh-questions. Ask your classmates, and when they answer, mark it on your card.


In the next lesson, we will explore another aspect of Central Pashto grammar. Stay tuned and keep up the great work!
==== Exercise 9: Fill in the Blanks with Answers ====
 
Fill in the blanks with appropriate responses to the wh-questions.
 
1. '''څوک راغلی؟ (Tsok raghli?)''' - ______
 
2. '''څه وخت دی؟ (Tsah wakht di?)''' - ______
 
3. '''چیرته دی؟ (Chirta di?)''' - ______
 
4. '''کله به راشي؟ (Kala ba rashi?)''' - ______
 
5. '''ولې دې؟ (Wule de?)''' - ______
 
'''Solutions:'''
 
1. '''زما دوست راغلی دی. (Za ma dost raghli di.)'''
 
2. '''دوه بجې دي. (Dwa baje di.)'''
 
3. '''دا دلته دی. (Da delta di.)'''
 
4. '''د شپې به راشي. (Da shpay ba rashi.)'''
 
5. '''زه خفه یم. (Za khafa yam.)'''
 
==== Exercise 10: Create a Short Dialogue ====
 
Write a short dialogue using at least five wh-questions.
 
Example:
 
* A: '''څوک دی؟ (Tsok di?)'''
 
* B: '''دا زما ورور دی. (Da zama waror di.)'''
 
* A: '''چیرته ځي؟ (Chirta zhi?)'''
 
* B: '''هغه ښوونځي ته ځي. (Haga khwondze ta zhi.)'''
 
* A: '''ولې ځي؟ (Wule zhi?)'''
 
* B: '''هغه زده کړه کوي. (Haga zada kra kawi.)'''
 
By diligently practicing these exercises, you will not only become more comfortable with wh-questions but also enhance your overall language skills, preparing you for more advanced topics in Central Pashto. Remember, practice makes perfect! Keep engaging with the language, and before you know it, you'll be conversing like a pro.


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Central Pashto → Grammar → 0 to A1 Course → Wh-Questions

In learning any language, asking questions is one of the most fundamental skills you can develop. Questions not only help you gather information but also deepen your understanding of the language and culture. In Central Pashto, forming wh-questions is essential, as they allow you to engage in meaningful conversations and clarify doubts. This lesson will guide you through the process of forming and using wh-questions in Central Pashto.

We'll cover the following key aspects:

  • Understanding what wh-questions are
  • Learning the different wh-words (who, what, where, when, why, and how)
  • Practicing sentence formation
  • Engaging in exercises to reinforce your learning

By the end of this lesson, you will have a solid grasp of asking and answering wh-questions in Central Pashto, paving the way for more complex conversations as you progress in your language journey.

What are Wh-Questions?[edit | edit source]

Wh-questions are inquiries that begin with specific words that help gather information. These questions can ask about people, things, places, times, reasons, and methods. In Central Pashto, the wh-words are similar in function to their English counterparts.

Here are the primary wh-words in Central Pashto:

  • څوک (tsok) - Who
  • څه (tsah) - What
  • چیرته (chirta) - Where
  • کله (kala) - When
  • ولې (wule) - Why
  • څنګه (tsanga) - How

Structure of Wh-Questions[edit | edit source]

In Central Pashto, wh-questions typically follow this structure:

  • Wh-word + Subject + Verb + Object?

For instance:

  • څوک دی؟ (Tsok di?) - Who is it?
  • څه کوې؟ (Tsah kawi?) - What are you doing?

Let’s delve deeper into each wh-word with examples.

Who (څوک)[edit | edit source]

The wh-word څوک (tsok) is used to ask about people.

Central Pashto Pronunciation English
څوک دی؟ tsok di? Who is it?
څوک راغلی؟ tsok raghli? Who has come?
څوک دې؟ tsok de? Who are you?
څوک در سره دی؟ tsok dar sara di? Who is with you?
څوک د ښوونځي سره دی؟ tsok da khwondze sara di? Who is with the school?

What (څه)[edit | edit source]

The wh-word څه (tsah) is used to inquire about things or actions.

Central Pashto Pronunciation English
څه کوې؟ tsah kawi? What are you doing?
څه شی دی؟ tsah she di? What is it?
څه خوري؟ tsah khori? What do you eat?
څه پکار دی؟ tsah pakar di? What is needed?
څه وخت دی؟ tsah wakht di? What time is it?

Where (چیرته)[edit | edit source]

The wh-word چیرته (chirta) is used to ask about places.

Central Pashto Pronunciation English
چیرته ځي؟ chirta zhi? Where are you going?
چیرته دی؟ chirta di? Where is it?
چیرته راغلی؟ chirta raghli? Where have you come from?
چیرته دي؟ chirta de? Where are they?
چیرته میشته دی؟ chirta mishta di? Where do you live?

When (کله)[edit | edit source]

The wh-word کله (kala) is used to inquire about time.

Central Pashto Pronunciation English
کله به راشي؟ kala ba rashi? When will you come?
کله دی؟ kala di? When is it?
کله مو واده دی؟ kala mo wada di? When is your wedding?
کله به وزم؟ kala ba wozum? When will I go?
کله به خلاص شي؟ kala ba khlas shi? When will it be finished?

Why (ولې)[edit | edit source]

The wh-word ولې (wule) is used to ask for reasons.

Central Pashto Pronunciation English
ولې دې؟ wule de? Why are you?
ولې راغلې؟ wule raghli? Why have you come?
ولې خفه یې؟ wule khafa ye? Why are you sad?
ولې دې خبرې نه کوي؟ wule de khabare na kawi? Why don’t you talk?
ولې تا ته اړتیا لرم؟ wule ta ta arziya laram? Why do I need you?

How (څنګه)[edit | edit source]

The wh-word څنګه (tsanga) is used to inquire about methods or manners.

Central Pashto Pronunciation English
څنګه یې؟ tsanga ye? How are you?
څنګه کوو؟ tsanga kawi? How do we do?
څنګه راشي؟ tsanga rashi? How does it come?
څنګه مرسته وکړم؟ tsanga mrasta wakram? How can I help?
څنګه پوه شوم؟ tsanga poh shom? How did I understand?

Practice Exercises[edit | edit source]

Now that we have covered the basics of wh-questions, it's time to put your knowledge to the test! Below are ten exercises designed to help you practice forming and responding to wh-questions in Central Pashto.

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

Fill in the blanks with the correct wh-word (who, what, where, when, why, how).

1. ______ دی؟ (______ di?) - ______ is it?

2. ______ کوې؟ (______ kawi?) - ______ are you doing?

3. ______ ځي؟ (______ zhi?) - ______ are you going?

4. ______ به راشي؟ (______ ba rashi?) - ______ will you come?

5. ______ دې؟ (______ de?) - ______ are you?

Solutions:

1. څوک (tsok)

2. څه (tsah)

3. چیرته (chirta)

4. کله (kala)

5. ولې (wule)

Exercise 2: Match the Questions to Their Answers[edit | edit source]

Match the question to the appropriate answer.

1. څوک دی؟

2. څه کوی؟

3. چیرته ځي؟

4. کله به راشي؟

5. ولې خفه یې؟

A. زه خوشحال یم.

B. زه کار کوم.

C. زه د ښوونځي ته ځم.

D. زه د شپې راځم.

E. دا زما دوست دی.

Solutions:

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

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

Create your own wh-questions using the wh-words you have learned. Share them with a partner.

Example:

  • څنګه یې؟ (Tsanga ye?) - How are you?

Exercise 4: Identify the Wh-word[edit | edit source]

Read the following sentences and identify the wh-word used.

1. څوک درسره دی؟ (Tsok dar sara di?) - Who is with you?

2. چیرته ځي؟ (Chirta zhi?) - Where are you going?

3. کله به راشي؟ (Kala ba rashi?) - When will you come?

4. ولې خفه یې؟ (Wule khafa ye?) - Why are you sad?

5. څه کوې؟ (Tsah kawi?) - What are you doing?

Solutions:

1. څوک (tsok)

2. چیرته (chirta)

3. کله (kala)

4. ولې (wule)

5. څه (tsah)

Exercise 5: Role Play[edit | edit source]

In pairs, role-play a conversation using wh-questions. One student asks questions while the other answers.

Example:

  • Student A: څوک دی؟ (Tsok di?)
  • Student B: زه محمد یم. (Za Muhammad yam.) - I am Muhammad.

Exercise 6: Translation Practice[edit | edit source]

Translate the following wh-questions into Central Pashto.

1. What is your name?

2. Where do you live?

3. When is your birthday?

4. Who is your friend?

5. Why are you studying?

Solutions:

1. ستاسو نوم څه دی؟ (Staso nom tsah di?)

2. ته چیرته اوسی؟ (Ta chirta osi?)

3. ستاسو زوکړه کله ده؟ (Staso zukhra kala da?)

4. ستاسو دوست څوک دی؟ (Staso dost tsok di?)

5. ولې زده کړه کوی؟ (Wule zada kra kawi?)

Exercise 7: Question Formation[edit | edit source]

Change the following statements into wh-questions.

1. You are going to the market. → چیرته ځې؟ (Chirta zhi?)

2. They are playing. → څه کوي؟ (Tsah kawi?)

3. He is happy. → ولې خوشحال دی؟ (Wule khushal di?)

4. We will meet tomorrow. → کله به ملاقات وکړو؟ (Kala ba mulaqat wakro?)

5. She is my sister. → څوک ده؟ (Tsok da?)

Exercise 8: Wh-Questions Bingo[edit | edit source]

Create a bingo card with different wh-questions. Ask your classmates, and when they answer, mark it on your card.

Exercise 9: Fill in the Blanks with Answers[edit | edit source]

Fill in the blanks with appropriate responses to the wh-questions.

1. څوک راغلی؟ (Tsok raghli?) - ______

2. څه وخت دی؟ (Tsah wakht di?) - ______

3. چیرته دی؟ (Chirta di?) - ______

4. کله به راشي؟ (Kala ba rashi?) - ______

5. ولې دې؟ (Wule de?) - ______

Solutions:

1. زما دوست راغلی دی. (Za ma dost raghli di.)

2. دوه بجې دي. (Dwa baje di.)

3. دا دلته دی. (Da delta di.)

4. د شپې به راشي. (Da shpay ba rashi.)

5. زه خفه یم. (Za khafa yam.)

Exercise 10: Create a Short Dialogue[edit | edit source]

Write a short dialogue using at least five wh-questions.

Example:

  • A: څوک دی؟ (Tsok di?)
  • B: دا زما ورور دی. (Da zama waror di.)
  • A: چیرته ځي؟ (Chirta zhi?)
  • B: هغه ښوونځي ته ځي. (Haga khwondze ta zhi.)
  • A: ولې ځي؟ (Wule zhi?)
  • B: هغه زده کړه کوي. (Haga zada kra kawi.)

By diligently practicing these exercises, you will not only become more comfortable with wh-questions but also enhance your overall language skills, preparing you for more advanced topics in Central Pashto. Remember, practice makes perfect! Keep engaging with the language, and before you know it, you'll be conversing like a pro.

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


Greetings and Introductions


Personal Pronouns


Numbers and Counting


Basic Sentence Structure


Common Verbs


Present Tense


Food and Drink


Questions


Family and Relationships


Possessive Pronouns and Adjectives


House and Home


Prepositions


Hobbies and Activities


Past Tense


Travel and Transportation


Pashtun Customs and Traditions


Other Lessons[edit | edit source]



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