cuestiones
/kwes-TYOH-nes/
matters
Cuestiones can refer to matters or topics, like different subjects organized in folders.
cuestiones(noun)
matters
?topics or issues being discussed
,issues
?problems or points of concern
questions
?theoretical or complex problems
,affairs
?business or personal matters
📝 In Action
Hay algunas cuestiones que debemos resolver hoy.
A2There are some matters we need to resolve today.
Es una de las cuestiones más importantes del proyecto.
B1It is one of the most important issues of the project.
💡 Grammar Points
Always Feminine
Even though it doesn't end in 'a', this word is feminine. Use 'las' or 'unas' with it.
❌ Common Pitfalls
Cuestiones vs. Preguntas
Mistake: "Using 'cuestiones' when you are literally asking for an answer."
Correction: Use 'preguntas' for a question you ask a teacher; use 'cuestiones' for a topic or a matter being analyzed.
⭐ Usage Tips
Sound more professional
Use 'cuestiones' instead of 'cosas' (things) to sound more professional and precise in business or academic settings.
Cuestiones is the verb form used when you question or express doubt about something.
cuestiones(verb)
you question
?used when expressing doubt about someone's actions
,that you challenge
?challenging an idea or authority
📝 In Action
No quiero que cuestiones mis decisiones.
B2I don't want you to question my decisions.
Es bueno que te cuestiones las cosas de vez en cuando.
B2It's good that you question things every now and then.
💡 Grammar Points
The 'Doubt' Form
This specific form (cuestiones) is used after expressions like 'I don't think that...' or 'It's impossible that...' because it expresses doubt or subjective feelings.
⭐ Usage Tips
Giving commands
In a negative command, like 'Don't question me!', you always use this form: '¡No me cuestiones!'
🔄 Conjugations
subjunctive
imperfect
present
indicative
preterite
imperfect
present
✏️ Quick Practice
💡 Quick Quiz: cuestiones
Question 1 of 2
Which sentence uses 'cuestiones' as a noun meaning 'matters'?
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use 'cuestiones' to ask someone 'Do you have any questions?'
Yes, but '¿Tienes preguntas?' is much more common for simple inquiries. '¿Tienes cuestiones?' sounds like you are asking if they have complex topics or problems to discuss.
Why does 'cuestiones' look like a verb sometimes?
Because it is! It's the 'tú' form of the verb 'cuestionar' used in the subjunctive mood, often appearing after phrases of doubt or emotion.