Japanese word

質疑

Pronunciation

Romajishitsugi

Meaning

  • nounquestions

Example

発表の後で、質疑を受け付けます。hap pyō no ato de shitsu gi o u ke tsu ke ma su

We will take questions after the presentation.

Illustration for 質疑 (questions)

More examples

参加者からの質疑に、講師が一つずつ答えます。san ka sha ka ra no shitsu gi ni kō shi ga hito tsu zu tsu kota e ma su

The instructor will answer the participants' questions one by one.

Core concept

It centers on asking about points that are unclear and seeking an explanation or answer.

Common phrases

  • 質疑応答shitsu gi ō tō

    question-and-answer session

  • 質疑の時間shitsu gi no ji kan

    question period

  • 質疑を受け付けるshitsu gi o u ke tsu ke ru

    take questions

Similar words

質問shitsumon: A request for information or clarification made in speech or writing.
問いtoi: A matter expressed to obtain information, an explanation, or a decision.
問い合わせtoiawase: A request for specific information made to a person or organization.
疑問gimon: A point that is not understood or is open to doubt.

Definition in Japanese

疑問点を尋ねて説明や回答を求めること。gi mon ten o tazu ne te setsu mei ya kai tō o moto me ru ko to

Word origin

質 (shitsu, "question") and 疑 (gi, "doubt") combine to form a Sino-Japanese word for asking about doubtful points.

Usage tips

  • In Japanese presentation schedules, 質疑 (shitsugi) often marks a formal question period rather than a general conversation.

Other meanings

  • questioningnoun

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