How to Form Questions in Norwegian for Beginners

Understanding Question Words in Norwegian

To form questions in Norwegian, it's crucial to know the equivalent of 'question words' in English. These words help interrogate different types of information.

Basic Yes/No Questions

In Norwegian, forming a yes/no question is simple. Take a statement and reverse the order of the subject and verb.

Using Norwegian Endings to Indicate Questions

In spoken Norwegian, intonation often indicates a question just as much as word order. Ending your sentence with a rising intonation can signal a question.

Questions with Interrogative Words

When forming questions with words like 'What', 'Who', and 'Where', place the interrogative word at the beginning of the sentence, similar to English.

Using Prepositions in Questions

In some questions, prepositions appear at the end, unlike in English where they're often at the beginning or imbedded in the structure.

Practicing Norwegian Questions

The best way to master forming questions in Norwegian is consistent practice. Engage in conversations with native speakers and try to ask questions in various scenarios.