Indirect questions are an essential aspect of Japanese grammar. These types of questions are used when you want to ask someone about something someone else said, or inquire about something indirectly. For example, you might ask, “Do you know what time it is?” rather than just asking, “What time is it?” In Japanese, indirect questions often involve the use of question words like 何 (what), いつ (when), and どこ (where), combined with particles and other grammatical elements to create complex, nuanced sentences. By practicing indirect questions in Japanese, you will enhance your overall comprehension and conversational skills.

Exercise 1: Fill in the Blank for Indirect Questions

Exercise 2: Fill in the Blank for Indirect Questions