American English
/ˈkʰwɛs.ʧn̩/
2 syllables · Stress the first syllable.
something you say or write to ask for information
“Question” is usually pronounced “kwest-chun” (/ˈkʰwɛs.ʧn̩/). You may also hear a shorter “kwesh-un” (/ˈkʰwɛ.ʃn̩/), especially in natural speech.
something you say or write to ask for information
I have a question about the schedule.
Please write your questions on this card.
ask a question · answer a question · good question · question-and-answer session
ask + someone + a question
answer + a question
an issue that people need to discuss or decide
The question is where we should meet.
They discussed the question of cost.
the question of + noun
the question is whether + clause
doubt about whether something is true, correct, or good
There is no question that she worked hard.
The report raised questions about the safety of the product.
in question · beyond question · raise questions about something
there is no question that + clause
raise questions about + noun
to ask someone for information, especially in a careful or formal way
The police questioned him about the missing car.
The reporter questioned the mayor about the new plan.
For a normal request for information, ask is more common. Question often sounds more formal or suggests a detailed interview.
question a witness · question a suspect
question + someone + about + something
question + someone + closely
impossible or not allowed
A second car is out of the question.
certainly; with no doubt
She is, without question, the best person for the job.
to make people doubt something
The new evidence called his story into question.