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  4. 無意味な質問

無意味な質問

muimi na shitsumon
meaningless question

無意味な質問をしないでください

Please don't ask meaningless questions


general

A question that has no purpose, is irrelevant, or serves no useful function

その質問は無意味だ

That question is meaningless

無意味な質問ばかりしていて、時間の無駄だ

Asking only meaningless questions is a waste of time

This phrase is often used to criticize questions that are considered irrelevant or unproductive in a given context

Collocations

無意味な質問をするto ask a meaningless question無意味な質問を避けるto avoid asking meaningless questions

Synonyms

無駄な質問無用な質問無意味な問い

Antonyms

有意義な質問重要な質問意味のある質問

Related Phrases

無意味な議論phrase
meaningless discussion
無意味な行為phrase
meaningless action

Pro Tip

Context Matters

The phrase '無意味な質問' is often used to criticize questions that are seen as irrelevant or unproductive in a given context. Be mindful of the tone and situation when using this phrase.

Gold Rule

Avoid Overuse

While this phrase can be useful in certain situations, overusing it can make you seem dismissive or unapproachable. Use it judiciously.

Word Origin

Composed of 無意味 (muimi, meaningless) + 質問 (shitsumon, question)

Usage Notes

This phrase is commonly used in both formal and informal contexts to express frustration or disapproval of questions that are seen as irrelevant or unproductive. It can be used in professional settings, academic discussions, or casual conversations.

Word Breakdown

無意味
meaningless
adjective
+
な
adjectival suffix
suffix
+
質問
question
noun
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