Why- Quel âge as-tu? Or Quel âge tu-as? And not Quel as-tu âge? How to decide??

Shraddha J.A0Kwiziq community member

Why- Quel âge as-tu? Or Quel âge tu-as? And not Quel as-tu âge? How to decide??

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Asked 3 years ago
Jim J.C1 Kwiziq Q&A super contributor Correct answer

Hi Shraddha,

Quel âge as-tu ?   is correct.

Quel âge tu-as ?   I do not think is correct because the word order should be as above.

I believe that one could say "Tu as quel âge ?" however, (by using a raised intonation at the end of the request.)

How to decide ?   Unfortunately by study, study, study.

Bonne continuation (it's worth it)

Jim

CélineNative French expert teacher in Kwiziq

Bonjour Shraddha,

Thank you for your answer, Jim! 

Correct : quel âge as-tu ? - Tu as quel âge ? 

To supplement on " quel âge tu as ? " : it is a very colloquial way of speaking ; mostly heard when talking to someone.

I hope this is helpful.

Bonne journée !

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Why- Quel âge as-tu? Or Quel âge tu-as? And not Quel as-tu âge? How to decide??

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