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質問
shitsumon
Description
「質問」は、わからないことを人に聞くことです。
"質問" means asking someone about something you don't understand.
じゅぎょうや会議で、よく「質問はありますか?」と聞かれます。
In classes or meetings, you are often asked, "質問はありますか?" (Do you have any questions?).
Meanings
質問shitsumon
a question; asking about something
先生に質問をしました。
I asked the teacher a question.
質問するshitsumon suru
to ask a question
わからないので、質問してもいいですか。
I don't understand, so may I ask a question?
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Notes
- Etymology
質 (nature, substance) + 問 (ask); together meaning an inquiry about something.
- Nuance
質問 is a general 'question,' while 疑問 is more like an inner doubt or wonder.
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