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もんだい
問題
noun
1. question (e.g. on a test); problem
2. problem (e.g. societal, political); question; issue; subject (e.g. of research); case; matter
とんや
問屋
noun
wholesale store
と
問
う
Godan verb with `u' ending (special class), transitive verb
1. to ask; to inquire
2. to charge (e.g. with a crime); to accuse
うおどんや
魚問屋
noun
fish wholesaler
といき
問切
り
noun
last death anniversary for which there is a memorial service held (usu. the 32nd or 49th)  (see also: 弔い上げ; Buddhist term)
うらど
裏問
う
Godan verb with `u' ending (special class)
to ascertain a person's innermost feelings  (obscure term)
つまどいこん
妻問婚
noun
type of marriage where the man merely visits his wife without living with her; duolocal marriage

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The Kanji: 問 (Mon / To / Ton)

The kanji 問 means "question," "problem," or "to ask." It combines 門 (gate) with 口 (mouth), originally depicting questioning at a city gate. This character represents inquiry, challenges, and interpersonal communication.

Common Words & Example Sentences

1. 質問 (shitsumon) - Question

  • 先生に質問する。

  • "Ask the teacher a question."

2. 問題 (mondai) - Problem/Question

  • 数学の問題を解く。

  • "Solve a math problem."

3. 問う (tou) - To ask

  • 意味を問う。

  • "Ask about the meaning."

4. 訪問 (hōmon) - Visit

  • 友人を訪問する。

  • "Visit a friend."

In summary, 問 covers the spectrum of inquiry - from seeking information (質問), posing challenges (問題), and philosophical questioning (問う) to social visits (訪問). It's fundamental to learning and social interaction.


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