synonym Comparative
問う
VS
愚問
Differences Between "問う" and "愚問"
Option A
問う
Meaning
to ask, to question, to inquire
Reading
とう (tou)
Syllabus Level
N2
Practical Example
彼はその決定の理由を問うた。
He questioned the reason for that decision.
Option B
愚問
Meaning
foolish question, silly question, stupid question
Reading
ぐもん (gumon)
Syllabus Level
N2
Practical Example
それは愚問だ。聞くまでもない。
That's a foolish question. It goes without saying.
Which one to use?
Select the correct Japanese word for this context
Which word fits this context: "(to ask, to question, to inquire)"?
🎉 正解 / Correct!
使い分け解説:
- 問う: Often used in a more formal context than 聞く (kiku), implying a deeper inquiry, questioning responsibility, or challenging a statement. (他動詞)
- 愚問: A question that is considered obvious, unnecessary, or shows a lack of understanding that the questioner should possess. It often implies that the answer is self-evident.
- 問う: Often used in a more formal context than 聞く (kiku), implying a deeper inquiry, questioning responsibility, or challenging a statement. (他動詞)
- 愚問: A question that is considered obvious, unnecessary, or shows a lack of understanding that the questioner should possess. It often implies that the answer is self-evident.
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