过问

guò wèn

HSK 2.0 Level 6 HSK 3.0 Level 7 Verb Uncommon

Definitions

1. to show an interest in
2. to get involved with

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Word relationships

Related words

2 items

插手

chā shǒu

to get involved in

to get involved with

介入

jiè rù

to intervene; to get involved

to get involved with

Usage notes

Collocations

过问 is often used with abstract objects like 事情 or 情况, not with concrete things.

Formality

Often carries a slightly formal tone, implying a right or duty to inquire or intervene.

Example Sentences

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这是我的私事，请你不要过问。

This is my personal matter, please don't ask about it.

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Child Words of 过问

to ask; to inquire

to cross

(experienced action marker)

过问