过问

過問

guòwèn

verb HSK 7-9 #16,198

Meanings

1 to show an interest in
2 to get involved with
3 to concern oneself with

Characters

to pass; to cross

to ask; to inquire

Examples

HSK 3

这件事不需要你来过问。

Zhè jiàn shì bù xūyào nǐ lái guòwèn.

You don't need to concern yourself with this matter.

HSK 4

他从来不过问家里的事。

Tā cóngláibù guòwèn jiālǐ de shì.

He never concerns himself with family affairs.

Tips

usage

Often used in the negative (不过问) to indicate someone doesn't bother getting involved. Carries a slightly formal tone compared to the colloquial 管.

Stroke Order

过 guò

问 wèn