Japanese

もんだい
Meaning: problem; question; issue; matter
Part of Speech: Noun

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問
題

Example sentences

The whole class discussed that problem.
ただ一つの問題がある
There is just one problem.
先生と話して問題を解決した
I talked with my teacher and solved the problem.
この問題はとても簡単だ。
This problem is very simple.
この問題については、まったく同感です。
I completely agree with you on this matter.
その問題にについては、後の章で詳しく触れることにします。
I will touch upon that issue in more detail in a later chapter.
謝ればすむという問題ではない。
It is not a matter that can be settled just by apologizing.
法律上の問題が発生した。
A legal problem occurred.
その問題そのものが難しい
The problem itself is difficult.
その問題は、話し合いで解決した。
That problem was resolved through discussion.

Usage Notes

Can refer to a challenge to solve, a question on a test, or a social/political issue.

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