American English
/ˈɪ.ʃu/
2 syllables · Stress the first syllable.
A problem, worry, or disagreement that needs attention.
Practice out loudA problem, worry, or disagreement that needs attention.
The rising cost of food is a serious issue.
We need to discuss this issue today.
Here, issue often means “problem,” not just “topic.”
serious issue · major issue · address an issue · raise an issue
an issue with someone/something
an issue between two people or groups
A subject that people think about, discuss, or disagree about.
Climate change is an important issue.
The two candidates disagree on several issues.
This sense means a subject for discussion; it does not always mean a problem.
social issue · political issue · key issue · controversial issue
discuss an issue with someone
the issue of something
One copy or edition of a magazine, newspaper, or other regular publication produced at a particular time.
I bought the latest issue of the magazine.
Her photo appeared in the April issue.
latest issue · current issue · special issue
the latest issue of something
find something in an issue of something
To officially produce, send out, or give something.
The bank issued me a new card.
The police issued a warning to drivers.
issue a warning · issue a statement · issue a passport · issue a ticket
issue something to someone
issue someone something
To disagree with or object to someone or something.
Several residents took issue with the new parking rules.
The subject currently being discussed or dealt with.
Let's focus on the issue at hand.
For issuing, drop the final e: issuing, not *issueing. The past form is issued.