問う
N3とう
訪う
[tou]
Definitions
1.Godan verb with 'u' ending (special class); transitive verb
to ask; to inquire
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
3.Godan verb with 'u' ending (special class); transitive verb
to care about; to regard as important
4.Godan verb with 'u' ending (special class); transitive verb
to call into question; to doubt; to question
Example Sentences
記者はその質問を大臣に直接問うてみた。
The reporter tried asking that question directly to the minister.
物事の是非を問うことにした。
I decided to question the right and wrong of things.
責任を問われる可能性がある。
There's a possibility of being held responsible.