French · Question Words
qui
who
Beginnerpronoun
Definition
Used to ask about a person's identity.
Example
Qui est cette femme?
Who is that woman?
Etymology
'Qui' traces back to Latin 'quae', which means 'who' or 'which', maintaining its role as an interrogative pronoun throughout its usage.
How & Where It’s Used
'Qui' is used in both spoken and written French in all registers. It is essential in forming questions and is widely recognized across various dialects.