[Ad/Expression] Indirect Questions

Implied or indirect questions

: allow us to ask questions in a more formal or polite way

Expressions

• I'd be interested to know...
• I'm wondering...
• I'm curious to know...
• I'd be fascinated to know...
• I'd like you to indicate...
• Would you mind telling me...?
• Are you able to say...?
• Do you know...?
• Do you think...?
• Would it be possible to let me know...?
• Could you tell me...?

Examples

• What are your views on violence in sport?
  • I'd be interested to know oyur views on violence in sport.
• Do you regard yourself as a fair-weather fan?
  • I'm curious to know if you regard yourself as a fair-weather fan.
• What did you say at half time that inspired your team to stage such an amazing comeback?
  • I'd be fascinated to know what you said to inspire your team to stage such an amazing comeback.
• How would you describe a true fan?
  • I'd like you to indicate how you would describe a true fan.
• What are the links between superstitious conditioning and behaviourism?
  • I'm curious to know what the links are between superstitious conditionsing and behaviourism.
• What superstitions are common among sports fans in your part of the world?
  • I'd be interested to know what supersititions are common among sports fans in your part of the world.