How Do You Write Sentences in Reported Speech?

Reported Speech = 'Tomie said (that) she was tired. ' In reported speech we need to use the past tense form of the verb.
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using suggestions in reported speech

  1. 'My brothers are taller than me. ...
  2. 'I will see you soon. ...
  3. 'I have a cold. ...
  4. 'I know the way. ...
  5. 'He lost his phone. ...
  6. 'Do you want a coffee?

How do you report a sentence?

Reporting different kinds of sentences

  1. Reporting statements. Put 'that' before the reported statement. Use the reporting verb 'said' or 'told'. ...
  2. Reporting WH-questions. Omit the question mark. ...
  3. Reporting Yes-No questions. Omit the question mark. ...
  4. Reporting imperative sentences. Put 'to' before the reported command or request.

What is example of reported speech?

Reported speech is speech which tells you what someone said, but does not use the person's actual words: for example, 'They said you didn't like it', 'I asked her what her plans were', and ' Citizens complained about the smoke'.
Robert Thorne

Robert Thorne

Automotive & Future Transportation Editor

Robert Thorne covers electric vehicle innovations, autonomous driving systems, global mobility trends, and automotive engineering developments.

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