Est-ce que
Did
Language note: Frequently used to begin yes-no questions.
Culture note: Shows politeness but also directness in inquiry.
Word-by-Word Breakdown
Est
[ehs]
Is
Used to form questions about the state or fact of something.
Est-ce que la montre fonctionne?
Is the watch working?
-ce
[suh]
this
Demonstrative pronoun or adjective, used to identify a specific object or person close to the speaker.
Ce bracelet est élégant.
This bracelet is elegant.
que
[keh]
that
Introduces a clause in which something is confirmed or stated.
Que la montre soit réparée est souhaité.
That the watch is repaired is wished.
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