とう

問 う

Common word

  1. Godan verb with 'u' ending (special class), transitive verb

    to ask, to inquire

    • 彼にもう一杯いかがかと問う。
      Ask if he wants another drink.

  2. Godan verb with 'u' ending (special class), transitive verb

    to blame (someone) for, to accuse of, to pursue (question of responsibility), to charge with

    • この男は窃盗罪に問われた。
      This man was charged with theft.

  3. Godan verb with 'u' ending (special class), transitive verb

    to care about, to regard as important
    used in neg. form

    • あなたの人種、年齢、宗教は問いません。
      I don't care about your race, age, or religion.

  4. Godan verb with 'u' ending (special class), transitive verb

    to call into question, to doubt, to question
    usu. in passive form