Turkish grammar: soru cümleleri

What this grammar point covers

In Turkish, 'soru cümleleri' are question sentences. These are used to ask for information, confirmation, or clarification.

When to use it

Use 'soru cümleleri' when you want to ask yes/no questions or questions with a specific word (who, what, where, etc.) in Turkish.

Key forms

• Adding the question particle '-mi/-mı/-mu/-mü' after the verb or noun
• Changing intonation for yes/no questions
• Using question words (ne, kim, nerede, ne zaman, nasıl, neden, hangi, kaç)

Examples

Tips

• The question particle '-mi/-mı/-mu/-mü' changes according to vowel harmony.
• The question particle is always written separately from the verb.
• Do not forget to change your intonation at the end of a yes/no question.

Exceptions and edge cases

• Sometimes, in spoken Turkish, the subject can be omitted if it is clear from context.