How to Write Reported Speech?

Writing reported speech involves transforming direct speech into an indirect format, conveying the same meaning while modifying the structure and pronouns. To write reported speech correctly, it’s important to follow a few basic rules and understand how changes are made. Here’s how you can write reported speech:

Steps to Write Reported Speech

• Identify the original statement: Read the original direct speech carefully to understand the meaning.
• Choose the correct reporting verb: You can use verbs like said, told, asked, etc., based on the context.
• Change the tense: Most of the time, you need to shift the verb tense. For example:
  • Present simple → Past simple
  • Present continuous → Past continuous
  • Past simple → Past perfect
• Adjust pronouns: Change the pronouns according to the context. For example, “I” changes to “he” or “she.”
• Remove quotation marks: Do not include quotation marks in reported speech.
• Use "that" if needed: "That" is optional but often used to introduce the reported speech.

For more detailed practice on writing reported speech, you can refer to a CBSE Reported Speech Class 10 Worksheet with Answers for a deeper understanding.