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"I have a question" in Italian: ho una domanda
ho una domanda
I have a question in Italian is ho una domanda. Soften with scusa / scusi. Posso fare una domanda? is extra polite.
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How to pronounce ho una domanda
Say it
oh OO-nah doh-MAHN-dah
/o ˈu.na doˈman.da/
Ho una domanda: oh OO-nah doh-MAHN-dah. Stress MAHN.
"I have a question" in Italian: quick reference
| Italian | English | When to use |
|---|---|---|
| ho una domanda | I have a question Default. | Default. |
| posso fare una domanda? | may I ask a question? Polite. | Polite. |
| una domanda veloce | a quick question Softening. | Softening. |
| ho una domanda su… | I have a question about… Topic. | Topic. |
How to use ho una domanda in real life
- 1Language class
Professoressa, ho una domanda.
Professor, I have a question.
Class.
- 2Info desk
Scusi—ho una domanda sul biglietto.
Excuse me—I have a question about the ticket.
Service.
- 3Meeting
Prima di chiudere: ho una domanda.
Before we wrap up: I have a question.
Work.
Mistakes English speakers make with ho una domanda
Incorrect: Ho un domanda.
Correct: Ho una domanda.
Domanda is feminine: una.
Incorrect: Ho una question.
Correct: Ho una domanda.
Use domanda, not English question.
Good to know
Ho una domanda is welcome in Italian classes and offices if you wait for a pause. Raise a hand or say scusi first with strangers. Keep the question short after the opener.
Try it in a ChatPal conversation
Interrupting a museum guide politely
ChatPal
Qualcuno ha dubbi?
Does anyone have doubts?
You
Sì—ho una domanda sul biglietto.
Yes—I have a question about the ticket.
ChatPal
Dimmi. Anch'io ho una domanda dopo la tua.
Tell me. I also have a question after yours.
You
Il biglietto include la torre?
Does the ticket include the tower?
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FAQ
Common questions about "I have a question" in Italian
Exact phrase?
Ho una domanda.
More polite?
Posso fare una domanda?
Gender?
Una domanda—feminine.
About X?
Ho una domanda su…
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