Significado
A thought-provoking inquiry.
Contexto cultural
The phrase is a hallmark of the 'educated' class. Using it signals that you value intellectual depth over superficial answers. In the famous TV show 'Что? Где? Когда?' (What? Where? When?), the host often uses this to build tension before the experts answer. In Russian business, being direct is common, but 'Интересный вопрос' provides a necessary layer of politeness during tough negotiations. Russian universities place a high premium on the 'correct' way to ask questions. A student who asks an 'интересный вопрос' is often highly praised.
The 3-Second Rule
Use this phrase specifically when you need to remember a word. It sounds much better than 'Э-э-э...'
Watch the Sarcasm
If you say it too quickly or with a smirk, it might seem like you think the question is dumb.
Significado
A thought-provoking inquiry.
The 3-Second Rule
Use this phrase specifically when you need to remember a word. It sounds much better than 'Э-э-э...'
Watch the Sarcasm
If you say it too quickly or with a smirk, it might seem like you think the question is dumb.
The Intelligentsia Look
Pair this phrase with a slight tilt of the head and a thoughtful look to truly pass as a native speaker.
Ponte a prueba
Complete the sentence with the correct form of the adjective 'интересный'.
Это ________ вопрос. Я не знаю ответа.
The noun 'вопрос' is masculine, so the adjective must be 'интересный'.
Choose the best response to buy time in a job interview.
Интервьюер: 'Где вы видите себя через пять лет?' Вы: '________. Наверное, я буду руководителем.'
'Интересный вопрос' is the most professional way to pause and think.
Match the tone of 'Интересный вопрос' to the situation.
Situation: A friend asks if you believe in aliens.
In a casual debate about aliens, the phrase usually signals genuine interest.
Which sentence is grammatically correct?
Select the correct Russian sentence:
Russian omits 'есть' in the present tense and 'вопрос' is masculine.
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Ayudas visuales
Banco de ejercicios
4 ejerciciosЭто ________ вопрос. Я не знаю ответа.
The noun 'вопрос' is masculine, so the adjective must be 'интересный'.
Интервьюер: 'Где вы видите себя через пять лет?' Вы: '________. Наверное, я буду руководителем.'
'Интересный вопрос' is the most professional way to pause and think.
Situation: A friend asks if you believe in aliens.
In a casual debate about aliens, the phrase usually signals genuine interest.
Select the correct Russian sentence:
Russian omits 'есть' in the present tense and 'вопрос' is masculine.
🎉 Puntuación: /4
Preguntas frecuentes
10 preguntasBoth are correct. 'Интересный вопрос' is a more natural reaction, while 'Это интересный вопрос' is a full sentence.
Yes, it is very appropriate and shows that you are engaged with their ideas.
Yes, but 'Интересный' sounds slightly more intellectual, while 'Хороший' sounds more encouraging.
Yes, if someone asks something obvious, saying it slowly can be sarcastic.
Интересные вопросы (Interesnyye voprosy).
Yes, frequently in articles, essays, and formal emails.
Это неинтересный вопрос (one word for 'uninteresting').
Not exactly, but 'Ну ты загнул!' is a casual way to react to a complex question.
Yes, it's a classic 'evasion' tactic in Russian politics and social life.
It is neutral-formal. It's safe for almost any situation.
Frases relacionadas
Хороший вопрос
synonymGood question
Сложный вопрос
similarDifficult question
Вопрос на засыпку
specialized formA stumper / trick question
Странный вопрос
contrastStrange question
Глупый вопрос
contrastStupid question
