How to Say ‘Consult; ask about’ in Simplified Chinese
咨询
zī xún
[dzrr-shyun]
🇨🇳 In China: In a hospital or specialist clinic, [咨询] sounds normal for asking about a condition or test result. It is a bit more formal and medical than everyday [问].
Phrase Breakdown
咨询
zī xún
[dzrr-shyun]
to consult; to seek advice
A formal verb often used when asking for professional advice or information.
我想咨询一下这个问题。
I would like to consult about this question.
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