查询 — meaning in English: Inquire

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查询

cháxún

旅程

lǚchéng

舞台

wǔtái

计数器

jìshùqì

帽子

màozi

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formal common

Usage

Native speakers often use 查询 (cháxún) in formal settings, such as when asking for information in a government office, a bank, or during academic inquiry. For example, a student might say, '我想查询一下我的成绩' (I would like to inquire about my grades) when discussing academic records with a professor.

Synonyms & nuances

A close synonym is 询问 (xúnwèn), which also means to inquire. However, 查询 (cháxún) is more commonly used in contexts involving formal requests for information, such as in administrative or technical settings, while 询问 (xúnwèn) can be used more casually.

Culture

The word 查询 (cháxún) has its roots in classical Chinese, where '查' means to check or investigate, and '询' pertains to asking or inquiring. Interestingly, in modern China, with the rise of digital technology, this word has taken on new dimensions, as people frequently '查询' information online, from train schedules to health services.

FAQ

Q.How do you pronounce 查询 in Mandarin?

查询 is pronounced as 'cháxún', where 'chá' has a rising tone, and 'xún' has a rising tone as well.

Q.Can 查询 be used in everyday conversation?

Yes, while it is more formal, you can use 查询 in everyday situations where you are asking for information, especially in professional or academic contexts.

Q.What is the difference between 查询 and 询问?

查询 is generally used for formal inquiries, like checking records or data, whereas 询问 is more about asking questions casually or informally.

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