询 (xún) - to inquire & to ask
询 · xún
to inquire;
to ask;
to consult;
to seek information or advice
to inquireto askto consult
Usage highlights
to inquireto consultinquiryto seek adviceto investigate and inquirequestionnaire
Usage & contexts
Examples
- Please inquire at the information desk (咨询台).
- He inquired about the schedule (询问 schedule).
- We need to consult an expert (咨询专家).
- The police are questioning witnesses (询问证人).
Collocations
- to inquire(询问)
- to consult(咨询)
- inquiry(查询)
- to seek advice(征询)
- to investigate and inquire(探询)
- questionnaire(问卷)
Idioms
- Seek advice from the grass and firewood carriers(询于刍荛)
- Inquire about everything(询事考言)
- Consult the people and investigate public opinion(询谋谘度)
Cultural background
FAQ- Reflects the Confucian value of seeking knowledge and advice from others.
- In traditional Chinese culture, consulting elders and experts before important decisions is highly valued.