Understanding Português Interrogative Pronouns
Interrogative pronouns in Português are special words we use to ask questions. They help us find out more about people, things, and places. Think of them as little question helpers.
Important Points
- Quem - Used to ask about people. It means 'who.'
- O que/Que - Used to ask about things or actions. It means 'what.'
- Qual - Used to ask about choices or specific things. It means 'which' or 'what.'
- Onde - Used to ask about places. It means 'where.'
- Quando - Used to ask about time. It means 'when.'
- Por que - Used to ask about reasons. It means 'why.'
- Como - Used to ask about the way something is done. It means 'how.'
Let's explore how these pronouns work in sentences. We use them at the beginning of questions to find out more about our world.
Examples
- Quem é seu amigo? (Who is your friend?)
- O que você está fazendo? (What are you doing?)
- Onde está o parque? (Where is the park?)
Remember, these pronouns change depending on what you're asking about. If you want to know about a person, use 'Quem.' If you're curious about a place, use 'Onde.'