100 Tag Question Examples: Better Speaking And Grammar!

Today we are going to practice both our speaking and English grammar accuracy with 100 tag question examples. Simply read along, repeat them, and also try to answer them. This is one way you can practice your English speaking and fluency, and at the same time boost your grammar/sentence structure awareness. Let’s start now, shall we?

Tag Question Examples

Here are the first 10 tag question examples. Read and repeat them all to get comfortable with their structures!

You’re coming to the party, aren’t you?
He doesn’t like coffee, does he?
It’s a beautiful day, isn’t it?
We need to leave soon, don’t we?
She’s very kind, isn’t she?
You haven’t seen this movie, have you?
He can speak Spanish, can’t he?
They won’t be late, will they?
We should start now, shouldn’t we?
You’ve already eaten, haven’t you?

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What are tag questions and why do we use them in English?

Tag questions are used to confirm information, engage listeners, and invite responses. They help seek agreement, soften statements, and add politeness to conversation. They encourage interaction by turning a statement into a question, fostering a more collaborative tone. Tag questions also clarify doubts, express uncertainty, or emphasize points. They allow speakers to show empathy, build rapport, and maintain a friendly, respectful tone. Ultimately, they enhance communication by encouraging participation, confirming understanding, and ensuring mutual agreement between speakers and listeners. They often mirror the auxiliary verb or modal verb used in the main clause. Here’s a table with common forms of tag questions:

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Statement Type	Example	Tag Question
Positive statement + negative tag	You’re coming to the party.	Aren’t you?
Negative statement + positive tag	She isn’t here yet.	Is she?
With “am”	I’m right.	Aren’t I?
With “will” (future)	You will help me.	Won’t you?
With “can”	You can swim.	Can’t you?
With “have” (present perfect)	They’ve finished their homework.	Haven’t they?
With “should”	We should leave now.	Shouldn’t we?
With “let’s” (suggestion)	Let’s go to the movies.	Shall we?
With “is” (simple present)	It is cold today.	Isn’t it?
With “does” (simple present)	She does her work well.	Doesn’t she?

These are some of the more common tag question types

This table provides an easy overview of common tag question structures. The key is to use the opposite polarity (positive/negative) between the main statement and the tag.

Tag Question Examples: is and was

Here are some tag question examples that feature is and was, along with isn’t and wasn’t. Read and repeat them all to get comfortable with the structures.

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He is your brother, isn’t he?
It was raining yesterday, wasn’t it?
She is coming to the party, isn’t she?
The book was interesting, wasn’t it?
The movie was long, wasn’t it?
He is always on time, isn’t he?
It was hard to find, wasn’t it?
The concert was amazing, wasn’t it?
Eve was at the store, wasn’t she?
This is your favorite color, isn’t it?

Let’s & Shall

Here are five tag questions starting with “let’s” and ending with “shall we?”

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Let’s go to the park, shall we?
Let’s get started, shall we?
Let’s take a walk, shall we?
Let’s grab some coffee, shall we?
Let’s call her, shall we?

Will and won’t

Here are five tag questions using “will” and “won’t”:

Tim will help me, won’t he?
She will join us, won’t she?
We won’t be late, will we?
They will finish the project, won’t they?
He won’t forget, will he?

Tag Question Examples: part 5

Here are the third lot of tag question examples. Keep reading and repeating, you are doing great!

Mary won’t mind, will she?
This is your book, isn’t it?
They’re your friends, aren’t they?
You don’t know where she is, do you?
He looks tired, doesn’t he?
You don’t need help, do you?
This isn’t the right answer, is it?
He’s been working all day, hasn’t he?
It’s too late to go now, isn’t it?
You like this movie, don’t you?

Tag question intonation

Tag question intonation is important for understanding the speaker’s intent. When you use a tag question, the way you say it can change its meaning. If the speaker expects agreement, the intonation will usually fall. For example, in the sentence “You’re coming to the party, aren’t you?” the pitch drops at the end. This shows the speaker thinks you will say “Yes.” On the other hand, if the speaker is unsure and wants to check, the intonation rises. For example, “You’re coming to the party, aren’t you?” with a rising tone at the end signals that the speaker isn’t sure and is asking for confirmation. The rising tone often means the speaker wants a yes or no answer. Practice listening to tag questions in conversations to better understand how intonation changes the meaning. This will help you sound more natural when speaking English.

Tag Question Examples: part 6

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I’m not bothering you, am I?
You can swim, can’t you?
He doesn’t understand the rules, does he?
She’s very busy, isn’t she?
We won’t be home until late, will we?
This restaurant is great, isn’t it?
You’re leaving now, aren’t you?
You don’t mind if I sit here, do you?
They’ve already gone, haven’t they?
He can’t drive, can he?
She’s not going to be happy, is she?
I’m right, aren’t I?
It’s a good idea, isn’t it?
We could take a break, couldn’t we?
They won’t mind if we join them, will they?

Tag Question Examples: part 7

Here are the next lot of question tag examples:

You’ve been there before, haven’t you?
This is your first time here, isn’t it?
He’s not coming today, is he?
You didn’t hear the news, did you?
We’ve met before, haven’t we?
She should be here by now, shouldn’t she?
They didn’t enjoy the trip, did they?
You’ll help me, won’t you?
She’s happy with the decision, isn’t she?
He was at the meeting, wasn’t he?
You’ve got a new phone, haven’t you?
This is the right address, isn’t it?
You want to go out tonight, don’t you?
You like chocolate, don’t you?
This is too difficult, isn’t it?

How to answer tag questions

Tag questions are short questions added to the end of a statement. They usually confirm or check information. For example, “You’re coming to the party, aren’t you?” To answer, think of them in the same way as normal yes or no questions. If someone asks, “Do you like cheese?” you can answer, “Yes, I do.” The same applies to a tag question: “You like cheese, don’t you?” is answered, “Yes, I do.”

Statement	Tag Question	Answer (Yes)	Answer (No)
Positive	aren’t you?	Yes, I am.	No, I’m not.
Negative	are you?	Yes, I am.	No, I’m not.

Question tag examples with answers

Here are the final 15 tag questions that will make up our 100 today, and these ones come with answers.

Statement	Tag Question	Answer (Yes)	Answer (No)
You’re tired,	aren’t you?	Yes, I am.	No, I’m not.
He can swim,	can’t he?	Yes, he can.	No, he can’t.
She’s going to the store,	isn’t she?	Yes, she is.	No, she isn’t.
They won’t mind,	will they?	Yes, they will.	No, they won’t.
It’s cold outside,	isn’t it?	Yes, it is.	No, it isn’t.
You’ve finished your homework,	haven’t you?	Yes, I have.	No, I haven’t.
John doesn’t like pizza,	does he?	Yes, he does.	No, he doesn’t.
She’s never been to Rome,	has she?	Yes, she has.	No, she hasn’t.
We’re leaving for Hawaii soon,	aren’t we?	Yes, we are.	No, we’re not.
You didn’t see that action movie,	did you?	Yes, I did.	No, I didn’t.
They are coming to the class,	aren’t they?	Yes, they are.	No, they aren’t.
This is your pen,	isn’t it?	Yes, it is.	No, it isn’t.
You don’t want tea,	do you?	Yes, I do.	No, I don’t.
I’m late,	aren’t I?	Yes, you are.	No, you aren’t.
She will call you,	won’t she?	Yes, she will.	No, she won’t.

Question tags and answers

Question tag paragraph

Here is a fictional paragraph that has some tag questions in it. How many can you spot?

Maria is learning English, isn’t she? She practices every day, but it’s still hard. The grammar rules are confusing, aren’t they? She tries to speak with her friends, but sometimes they don’t understand her. She gets frustrated, doesn’t she? Sometimes, she feels like giving up, but she knows it’s important. Maria listens to podcasts in English to improve. It helps, but it’s not enough, right? She repeats the words and phrases she hears, hoping it will make her better. Slowly, she feels more confident. Every small improvement is a victory, isn’t it? Maria dreams of speaking fluently one day. She knows it takes time, but she will keep trying. After all, practice is the key, isn’t it?

Tag Question Examples: great for English conversation

I hope that you have enjoyed reading along and repeating all of today’s many tag question examples! Tag questions are great for English conversation because they help make speech more engaging. They invite the listener to agree or share their thoughts. For example, “It’s a nice day, isn’t it?” encourages the other person to respond. Tag questions also show you are interested in the conversation. They can make your speech sound more friendly and less like a statement. They are useful for checking information, too. If you’re unsure, you can ask, “You’ve been to Paris, haven’t you?” This allows you to confirm facts and keep the conversation flowing. Tag questions are also helpful when you want to give someone a chance to speak. They are easy to use and can make your conversations feel more natural. By practicing them, you’ll sound more confident and connected when speaking English. Tag questions are a small but powerful tool in everyday conversation. Remember, if you would like more grammar practice, feel free to check out our English Grammar Sentences page, there are plenty of fun articles to be found right there!