issue
Meaning: An important topic or problem; an edition of a magazine or newspaper
Issue can refer to a matter or problem requiring discussion or resolution, a single edition of a publication, or the act of distributing or releasing something officially. Common expressions include 'take issue with' (disagree with), 'make an issue of' (treat as important), and 'the issue at hand' (the matter being discussed).
Examples
- Climate change is a major issue facing our generation. 气候变化是我们这一代面临的重大问题。El cambio climático es un problema importante que enfrenta nuestra generación.気候変動は私たちの世代が直面する主要な課題です。기후 변화는 우리 세대가 직면한 주요 과제입니다.
- Have you read the latest issue of the magazine? 你看过这本杂志的最新一期吗?¿Has leído el último número de la revista?その雑誌の最新号は読みましたか?그 잡지의 최신호를 읽어 보셨나요?
- I don't want to make an issue of it. 我不想把它当成问题。No quiero hacer un problema de ello.それを問題にしたくありません。그것을 문제 삼고 싶지 않습니다.
Pronunciation
Usage Guide
Context: general
Tone: neutral
Origin & History
From Old French 'issue' meaning 'exit, way out', from Latin 'exire' (to go out: ex- 'out' + ire 'to go'). Originally meant an outcome or result — the idea of a topic 'coming out' for discussion.
Cultural Context
Era: Modern
Generation: All ages
Social background: Universal
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