Chinese
wèn
Meaning: to ask; to inquire
Part of Speech: Verb

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Handwriting

問
问

Example sentences

I want to ask you a question.
這間公寓是要出租的,你可以打電話去問。
这间公寓是要出租的,你可以打电话去问。
This apartment is for rent, you can call and ask.
他試探著問我的意見。
他试探著问我的意见。
He probed by asking my opinion.
既然你問我,那我就實話實說了。
既然你问我,那我就实话实说了。
Since you asked me, I'll tell you the truth.
你先問老師,再不就查字典。
你先问老师,再不就查字典。
Ask the teacher first; otherwise, check a dictionary.

Usage Notes

A common verb used to ask for information or clarification.

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