Meaning
Used to ask for the identity or nature of something.
Cultural Background
French speakers appreciate when learners ask for clarification rather than guessing. In Quebec, you might hear 'C'est quoi ça ?' more frequently than the standard form.
The 'Qui' vs 'Qu' rule
Always check if you are talking about a person or a thing before you start your question.
Meaning
Used to ask for the identity or nature of something.
The 'Qui' vs 'Qu' rule
Always check if you are talking about a person or a thing before you start your question.
Test Yourself
Choose the correct question for a person.
You see a stranger. What do you say?
Use 'Qui' for people.
🎉 Score: /1
Visual Learning Aids
Practice Bank
1 exercisesYou see a stranger. What do you say?
Use 'Qui' for people.
🎉 Score: /1
Frequently Asked Questions
1 questionsNo, it is strictly for objects or situations.
Related Phrases
Qui est-ce ?
contrastWho is it?
C'est quoi ?
synonymWhat is it?
