〜1は 名詞2ですか

Meaning

This pattern creates a yes/no question by adding か to the end of a です statement. The particle か indicates the speaker is asking a question, expressing uncertainty or seeking confirmation. Sentences ending in ですか are typically pronounced with rising intonation to convey the interrogative meaning.

Formation

Examples

1. あのかたは どなたですか。
   Who is that person? (very polite form)

2. あなたは エンジニアですか。
   Are you an engineer?

3. にほんは あついですか。
   Is Japan hot?

Summary

• Add か after です to turn a statement into a yes/no question
• The particle か marks uncertainty and signals the listener to respond
• Use rising intonation when speaking to clearly convey the question