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质问

zhìwèn

Description

"质问"的意思是很严肃地问别人，特别是当你觉得他做错了事情的时候。

"质问" means to ask someone very seriously, especially when you think they have done something wrong.

这个词常常用在正式的场合，语气比一般的"问"要重。

This word is often used in formal situations and has a stronger tone than the usual "问".

Meanings

质问zhìwèn

to question sternly; to interrogate about a wrong

老师质问他为什么没交作业。

The teacher questioned him about why he didn't submit his homework.

Related words

问询问责问质疑问题

Notes

  • Etymology

    质 (to hold accountable) + 问 (to ask), meaning to demand an answer.

  • Nuance

    stronger and more accusatory than 问 or 询问; implies blame or suspicion.

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