Frage
/ˈfʁaːɡə/feminine
The German word for question is Frage. Wiktionary also lists Anfrage.
Meaning: sentence, phrase or word (noun)
Ways to say it
| German | IPA | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Frage | /ˈfʁaːɡə/ | feminine |
| Anfrage | feminine |
Sentence, phrase or word (noun).
Which one should you use?
Frage is a general question, Anfrage is used for formal inquiries or requests for information, such as a business inquiry.
Related words
How does it change in a sentence?
Frage is a feminine noun. The plural of 'Frage' is 'Fragen'.
How do you pronounce it?
/ˈfʁaːɡə/
Did you know?
- The word Frage is a cognate of the English word 'pray' in the sense of 'I pray thee', as both derive from the Proto-Indo-European root *preḱ- meaning to ask or request.
- The expression das steht außer Frage means 'that is out of the question', but unlike in English, it often implies that something is certain or indisputable rather than impossible.
- The phrase eine Frage stellen literally means 'to place a question', rather than using the English verb 'to ask'.
Examples in context
- Was war die Frage?What was the question?This sentence is useful for asking which question was previously asked.Tatoeba #4802662 by Raringo, translation #2546892 by CK
- Er hat eine Frage.He has a question.This sentence is useful for stating that someone has a question.Tatoeba #8320831 by MisterTrouser, translation #8480021 by CH
- Das war die Frage.That was the question.This sentence is useful for identifying a specific question.Tatoeba #12454857 by Waldelfe, translation #10904876 by CM
- Ich habe eine Anfrage bezüglich Ihrer Dienstleistungen.I have a question regarding your services.
- Kann ich dir eine Frage stellen?Can I ask you a question?
- Entschuldigen Sie, ich habe eine Frage zur Präsentation.Excuse me, I have a question about the presentation.
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Example conversation
A student is talking to his teacher during a break.
- JulianIch habe eine kurze Frage.I have a short question.
- LauraNatürlich, Julian, schieß los!Of course, Julian, go ahead!
- JulianIst diese Frage schwierig?Is this question difficult?
- LauraNein, sie ist ganz einfach.No, it is quite easy.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “question” translations and entries Frage, Anfrage, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries Anfrage, Frage, CC BY-SA 4.0.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
