Chinese
guòwèn
Meaning: to intervene; to get involved in; to take an interest in
Part of Speech: Verb

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Handwriting

過問
過
問
过问
过
问

Example sentences

Don't get involved in this matter.
事無大小,他都親自過問。
事无大小,他都亲自过问。
Regardless of the importance of the matter, he inquires about it personally.

Usage Notes

Often used in the negative to tell someone to mind their own business or to indicate a lack of involvement.

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