PRONOMES INTERROGATIVOS "WHAT - WHICH - WHERE - WHEN - WHY - WHO - HOW" EM INGLÊS

Summary

In this lesson, the teacher introduces the concept of interrogative pronouns, also known as 'WH Words,' which include What, Which, Where, When, Why, Who, and How. These pronouns are essential for forming questions in English and obtaining specific information beyond simple yes or no answers. The video explores the meaning, application, and examples of each pronoun in context. Additionally, it highlights the differences between similar pronouns like What and Which, emphasizing their use for asking about things, choices, places, time, reasons, people, and manner. This lesson is fundamental for anyone looking to improve their question-asking skills in English.

Takeaways

• 😀 Pronominal interrogatives (WH words) are essential for forming questions in English.
• 😀 There are seven main interrogative pronouns: What, Which, Where, When, Why, Who, and How.
• 😀 'What' can mean 'what' or 'which', referring to things or objects.
• 😀 'Which' is used for choices, providing options for the listener to select between.
• 😀 'Where' refers to places, such as 'Where do you live?' or 'Where are you going?'
• 😀 'When' is used to ask about time, such as 'When is your birthday?' or 'When are you arriving?'
• 😀 'Why' is used to ask about reasons or causes, such as 'Why are you sad?'
• 😀 'Who' is used to ask about people, such as 'Who are you?' or 'Who are you going with?'
• 😀 'How' refers to manner or way, asking about how something is done, like 'How are you?' or 'How did you make that cake?'
• 😀 While 'What' and 'Which' are similar, 'Which' involves choosing between options, while 'What' can refer to a broader context.
• 😀 These interrogative pronouns are the foundation for constructing more specific and detailed questions in English.

Q & A

What are interrogative pronouns, and why are they important?

Interrogative pronouns are words used to form questions that require more than just a yes or no answer. They are important because they allow us to gather more specific information in conversations, such as asking for names, places, reasons, or methods.

What is the meaning of the pronoun 'What' in English?

'What' can mean 'what' or 'which.' It is primarily used to ask about things or general information. For example, 'What is your name?' or 'What are you doing?'

How does 'What' differ from 'Which'?

'What' asks for general information, whereas 'Which' is used when there are specific choices to choose from. For example, 'What car do you drive?' versus 'Which car do you prefer, a Ford or a Honda?'

Can 'What' and 'Which' be used interchangeably?

Yes, in some cases, 'What' and 'Which' can be used interchangeably, particularly when there is a selection of choices. For example, 'What shirt do you want to buy?' and 'Which shirt do you want to buy?' are both acceptable.

What is the main function of the pronoun 'Where'?

'Where' is used to ask about places or locations. For example, 'Where do you live?' or 'Where is the meeting taking place?'

How does the pronoun 'When' function in a sentence?

'When' is used to ask about time. It is used to inquire about specific moments or periods, such as 'When is your birthday?' or 'When does the event start?'

What does the pronoun 'Why' ask for?

'Why' asks for the reason or cause of something. For example, 'Why are you sad?' or 'Why are you late?' It seeks an explanation or motivation behind an action.

How is the pronoun 'Who' used in questions?

'Who' is used to ask about people. For instance, 'Who are you?' or 'Who is coming to the party?' It helps gather information about individuals or groups.

What does the pronoun 'How' refer to in a question?

'How' refers to the manner or way something is done. For example, 'How are you?' or 'How did you make this cake?' It focuses on the method or condition of an action.

Can 'How' be used in different contexts?

Yes, 'How' can be used in various contexts, such as asking about someone's well-being ('How are you?'), how something is done ('How did you make that cake?'), or how an event occurred ('How was the trip?').