質疑する

• Reading: しつぎする
• Romaji: shitsugisuru
• Kanji breakdown: 質 (shitsu) — quality, question; 疑 (gi) — doubt, question
• Pronunciation: /ɕi.tsɯ.ɡi.sɯ.ɾɯ/

Meaning

To question; to interrogate; to pose questions in a formal setting.

A する verb used in formal settings to mean posing questions or cross-examining, particularly in parliamentary proceedings, committee hearings, and legal contexts. More formal and structured than 質問する (to ask a question). The noun form 質疑 often appears in compound words and formal agendas.

Examples

1. 野党の議員が政府の方針について質疑した。 An opposition lawmaker questioned the government on its policies.
2. 委員会で新しい法案に関する質疑が行われた。 Questions were raised in committee regarding the new bill.
3. 予算案について各党が激しく質疑を繰り返した。 Each party repeatedly and vigorously questioned the budget proposal.

Usage Guide

Context: parliament, committee hearings, legal

Tone: neutral

Origin & History

Compound of 質 (shitsu, quality/to question) + 疑 (gi, doubt/suspicion). Together they form the meaning of 'to raise doubts and questions,' implying thorough, formal questioning.

Cultural Context

Era: Modern

Generation: All ages

Social background: Universal