Question keywords are search queries that users phrase as questions. These keywords often start with words like what, why, how, when, where, who, can, should, etc. Targeting them in your content can help you rank in Google's “People Also Ask” section, voice search results, and featured snippets.
Search your main keyword in Google and look for the “People Also Ask” box. It displays related questions people ask on the same topic. Expand a few and you'll see more suggestions appear.
Example: SEO tools → “What is the best SEO tool for beginners?” “How do SEO tools work?” “Are free SEO tools worth it?”
AnswerThePublic visualizes all the questions people ask about a topic. It organizes them into:
This tool is excellent for content ideation and FAQ creation.
Both Ahrefs and SEMrush allow you to filter keyword lists to show only question-based keywords using a “Questions” filter.
Example in Ahrefs: Keyword Explorer → Enter “freelance writing” → Questions tab Output: “How to start freelance writing with no experience?”
Use forums and communities to find real questions your audience is asking:
Check your “Performance” report and filter for queries containing question words like how, what, why, etc. These are already bringing traffic to your site and can be expanded into full articles.
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Go to KeywordTool.io and input a seed keyword. Then click on the “Questions” tab to find hundreds of question-based variations.
Finding and using question keywords is an effective SEO strategy to boost your content’s visibility, enhance user engagement, and target users at different stages of their search journey. By answering real questions, you position yourself as a trusted authority in your niche.
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