Spanish word

interrogante

Pronunciation

IPA/interoˈɣante/

Meaning

  • masculine nounquestion

Example

Tengo un interrogante sobre la reunión de mañana.

I have a question about tomorrow's meeting.

Illustration for interrogante (question)

More examples

Después de la explicación quedó un interrogante sobre quién lo hará.

After the explanation, a question remained about who would do it.

Core concept

An unresolved question or doubt.

Common phrases

  • quedar un interrogante

    remain a question

  • aclarar el interrogante

    clarify the question

Similar words

pregunta: Explicit query addressed to someone to obtain information or an answer.
duda: State of uncertainty or hesitation about facts, beliefs, or choices.
incógnita: Mysterious or unknown element whose nature or result is not yet known.
cuestión: Matter or problem raised for consideration, debate, or resolution.

Definition in Spanish

Expresa una duda o incógnita sobre algo que aún no tiene explicación.

Word origin

From Latin interrogare 'to ask', formed from inter- 'between' + rogare 'to ask', and developed into a noun for an unanswered issue.

Usage tips

  • Used often in formal writing and reports to flag an outstanding question, while in speech speakers commonly say tengo una duda or una pregunta instead.

Other meanings

  • doubtnoun

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