Definitions
n. An important subject or problem that needs discussion.
议题；重要问题
v. To officially announce or give something to people.
发布；发放
n. One edition of a regularly published newspaper or magazine.
报刊的一期
Example
We discussed the parking issue at our neighbourhood meeting.
我们在邻里会议上讨论了停车问题。
Governments must address the issue of housing affordability to ensure that young adults can live independently.
政府必须解决住房负担能力问题，确保年轻人能够独立生活。
Collocations
- address an issue
- a controversial issue
- issue a warning
- the latest issue
Word family
- issuance (n.)
- issuer (n.)
- reissue (v.)
Usage tip
issue 作问题常指需讨论的议题，不一定是困难。
FAQ
- What does issue mean?
- An important subject or problem that needs discussion. To officially announce or give something to people. One edition of a regularly published newspaper or magazine.
- How is issue pronounced?
- UK /ˈɪʃuː/, US /ˈɪʃuː/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
