Chinese
tíwèn
Meaning: to ask a question; to raise a query
Part of Speech: Verb

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Handwriting

提問
提
問
提问
提
问

Example sentences

After the speech, the audience can ask questions to the speaker.
當老師提問時,同學們不約而同地舉起了手。
当老师提问时,同学们不约而同地举起了手。
When the teacher asked a question, the students all raised their hands in unison.
面對記者的提問,他始終閉口不言。
面对记者的提问,他始终闭口不言。
Facing the reporter's questions, he remained silent from beginning to end.
面對記者的提問,發言人表示無可奉告。
面对记者的提问,发言人表示无可奉告。
In response to reporters' questions, the spokesperson said 'no comment'.

Usage Notes

Commonly used in formal settings like classrooms or seminars.

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