have a question

Meaning

Used when you want to ask for information, clarification, or help. It is a polite and direct way to signal that you need assistance or want to raise a point during a conversation or meeting.

Examples

• Excuse me, I have a question about the new project timeline.

  Excuse me, I have a question about the new project timeline.

• If you have a question during the presentation, please write it in the chat.

  If you have a question during the presentation, please write it in the chat.

• I have a quick question regarding the invoice we received yesterday.

  I have a quick question regarding the invoice we received yesterday.

• Does anyone have a question before we move to the next slide?

  Does anyone have a question before we move to the next slide?

• I have a question for the marketing team about our next campaign.

  I have a question for the marketing team about our next campaign.

Common Mistakes

• ✗ I make a question about the budget.

  ✓ I have a question about the budget.

  In English, you 'have' or 'ask' a question. You do not 'make' a question.

• ✗ I have a doubt about the schedule.

  ✓ I have a question about the schedule.

  'Doubt' means you lack belief or trust. If you simply want information or clarification, use 'question' instead.

Related Expressions

Practice

• Excuse me, Mr. Davis, I ___ about the monthly sales report.

  💡 You need clarification

  Show answer

  have a question

• If you ___ regarding your benefits, please contact human resources.

  💡 You want to ask something

  Show answer

  have a question