issue (이-슈 (강세: 이)) — an important topic or problem for debate or discussion
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: an important topic or problem for debate or discussion
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈɪʃuː/
Korean meaning: 논의나 토론의 대상이 되는 중요한 주제나 문제
Korean pronunciation: 이-슈 (강세: 이)
Example Sentences
- My biggest issue with pizza is that it disappears too quickly from my plate.
- The government needs to issue a statement about the new education policy.
- I have serious issues with alarm clocks - they never wake me up gently enough.
issue
NOUN//ˈɪʃuː//
an important topic or problem for debate or discussion
Business executives discuss a critical company issue during the meeting
Every issue needs both tissue and rescue!
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🌳Etymology
Origin
From Old French 'issuer' meaning 'to go out' or 'to emerge', derived from Latin 'exire' (ex- meaning 'out' + ire meaning 'to go'). The term evolved to mean an 'outcome' or 'result', then extended to mean a 'topic' or 'matter in dispute'.
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📝Examples
“My biggest issue with pizza is that it disappears too quickly from my plate.”
“The government needs to issue a statement about the new education policy.”
“I have serious issues with alarm clocks - they never wake me up gently enough.”
“Environmental protection has become a critical issue for young voters.”
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