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Which begs the question

🇬🇧 UK //wɪtʃ bɛɡz ðə ˈkwɛs.tʃən// 🇺🇸 US //wɪtʃ bɛɡz ðə ˈkwɛs.tʃən//

Meaning of Which begs the question

Asks a new question based on a prior statement or assumption.

In simple words: This means something raises a new question.

Which begs the question in a sentence

• The new evidence is compelling, which begs the question: what happens next?
• His actions are suspicious, which begs the question of his true intentions.
• If we assume this is true, it begs the question of how we proceed.
• The unexpected results beg the question of the experiment's reliability.
• This contradiction begs the question of our understanding of the theory.

How to use Which begs the question

Used in formal discussions or writing to indicate that a statement leads to a deeper inquiry. Avoid in casual conversations as it may sound too academic.

Grammar pattern

standalone expression

Memory hint

Think of a dog begging for a question instead of food.

Related words

Collocations with Which begs the question

• begs the question of
• this begs the question
• which begs the question

Synonyms for Which begs the question

• raises a question
• prompting inquiry
• invites further questioning

Common mistakes with Which begs the question

• Used incorrectly to mean 'raises an issue' instead of 'raises a question'.
• Confused with 'that begs the question', which is less accurate.
• Often misused as a rhetorical question when it's not.

Frequently asked questions about Which begs the question

What does Which begs the question mean?

This means something raises a new question.

What is the definition of Which begs the question?

Asks a new question based on a prior statement or assumption.

How do you use Which begs the question in a sentence?

The new evidence is compelling, which begs the question: what happens next?

Can you give another example of Which begs the question?

His actions are suspicious, which begs the question of his true intentions.

What are synonyms for Which begs the question?

Common alternatives include raises a question, prompting inquiry, invites further questioning.

What words go with Which begs the question?

It commonly pairs with begs the question of, this begs the question, which begs the question.

What are common mistakes when using Which begs the question?

Used incorrectly to mean 'raises an issue' instead of 'raises a question'. Confused with 'that begs the question', which is less accurate. Often misused as a rhetorical question when it's not.

How do you pronounce Which begs the question?

US: //wɪtʃ bɛɡz ðə ˈkwɛs.tʃən//, UK: //wɪtʃ bɛɡz ðə ˈkwɛs.tʃən//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

Is Which begs the question formal or informal?

"Which begs the question" is formal, so it fits professional, business, or academic conversations.

When should I use Which begs the question?

Used in formal discussions or writing to indicate that a statement leads to a deeper inquiry. Avoid in casual conversations as it may sound too academic.