Ich habe eine Frage
I have a question
Language note: Remember, 'ch' is soft, as in 'ich'.
Culture note: Prefacing inquiries fosters good communication and is appreciated.
Context: Anna raises her concern about which drink to try next.
Word-by-Word Breakdown
Ich
[ikh]
I
Used by a speaker when referring to themselves.
Ich möchte etwas sagen.
I want to say something.
habe
[HAH-buh]
have
Indicates possession or ownership.
Ich habe ein Buch.
I have a book.
eine
[IGH-nuh]
a
A singular article used to introduce a noun.
Ich habe eine Katze.
I have a cat.
Frage
[FRAH-guh]
question
A sentence or phrase used to find out something.
Kann ich eine Frage stellen?
Can I ask a question?
Phrase Parts
Ich
I
A personal pronoun used to refer to oneself.
Ich lerne Deutsch.
I am learning German.
habe
have
An auxiliary verb used in sentences about possession.
Ich habe ein Buch.
I have a book.
eine Frage
a question
A noun phrase referring to an inquiry.
Ich stelle eine Frage.
I ask a question.
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