查问 (chá wèn) — to question; to interrogate; to inquire about
Definition
A formal verb for 'to question / interrogate' someone closely, often in official or investigative contexts (police, reporters, authorities). Implies sustained, detailed questioning — stronger than asking casually.
verb
to questionto interrogateto inquire about
Examples
- 查问。Jǐng chá zhèng zài chá wèn mù jī zhě.The police are questioning the witness.
- 查问。Lǎo shī chá wèn tā wèi shén me chí dào.The teacher asked him why he was late.
- 查问。Jì zhě duì zhè jiàn shì jìn xíng le xiáng xì chá wèn.The journalist conducted a detailed inquiry into this matter.
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