What is an Embedded Question?
যেসকল question-কে কোনো assertive কিংবা অন্য কোনো interrogative sentence-এর মধ্যে ঢুকিয়ে দেওয়া হয়, তাকে embedded question বলা হয়। এটি মূলত একটি বাক্যের ভেতরে থাকা একটি অপ্রত্যক্ষ প্রশ্ন (indirect question)।
Consider these standard examples of embedded questions in context:
- I know where he lives.
- Do you know where he goes?
- You can't say what he will do.
- Do you know where he is?
For more insights on maintaining correct sentence flow and avoiding structural errors, check out this guide on Subject Misplaced Words to sharpen your foundational writing skills.
How to Arrange Word Order in Embedded Questions
অর্থাৎ embedded question-এর subject বসে assertive sentence-এর subject-এর মতো সব রকম verb-এর আগে।
Embedded question-এর subject কখনো সাধারণ question-এর subject-এর মতো "to be" verb কিংবা auxiliary verb-এর পরে বসে না। মোট কথা, embedded question-এর word order বা শব্দক্রম হবে assertive sentence-এর শব্দক্রমের মতো।
Correct vs. Incorrect Embedded Question Examples
To avoid common grammatical pitfalls, compare these correct and incorrect structures side by side:
| Correct Examples | Incorrect Examples (Misplaced Words) |
|---|---|
| Do you know what he is? | Do you know what is he? |
| I don't know how they can do it. | I don't know how can they do it. |
Key Takeaways
- An embedded question sits inside a larger declarative or interrogative sentence.
- Always use subject + verb word order in embedded questions.
- Never invert the subject and auxiliary verb as you would in a direct question.
Quick Practice
Test your understanding of the Subject in Embedded Questions (Misplaced Words) rule by answering these questions in the comments below:
- Can you fix this sentence? "Can you tell me where is the station?"
- Is this sentence correct or incorrect? "I wonder what time the train arrives."
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the main rule for embedded questions?
The core rule is to maintain standard assertive word order (subject followed by the verb) even when the overall sentence is a question or a complex statement.
Why do writers make mistakes with embedded questions?
Writers often confuse direct question structures (where auxiliary verbs precede the subject) with indirect embedded questions, leading to misplaced words.