Use the references in this section to learn how to quote people directly (direct speech) or how to rephrase what people say (indirect or reported speech).
Reporting speech in English
- Defining direct and indirect speech
- How to change verb tenses when reporting speech
- How to change time and place references when reporting speech
- Reporting questions
- Verbs used to report speech
- How to report orders, requests, and suggestions
- How to report hopes, intentions, and promises
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