This raises several questions
Academic essay writing expression
Use this phrase to transition from a fact to a critical analysis or a list of concerns.
15 सेकंड में
- Used to point out gaps in logic or missing information.
- Commonly used in academic essays and professional business meetings.
- A polite way to express skepticism or demand more detail.
मतलब
This phrase is used when something you've just seen or heard makes you realize there are missing details or potential problems. It's a polite way to say, 'Wait, this doesn't quite add up, and I need more information.'
मुख्य उदाहरण
3 / 6Writing an academic paper
The study shows a correlation, but this raises several questions about the methodology used.
The study shows a correlation, but this raises several questions about the methodology used.
In a business meeting
The budget is shrinking while our goals are expanding; this raises several questions.
The budget is shrinking while our goals are expanding; this raises several questions.
Texting a friend about a weird story
Wait, he said he was at home but he's in the background of that photo? This raises several questions!
Wait, he said he was at home but he's in the background of that photo? This raises several questions!
सांस्कृतिक पृष्ठभूमि
This phrase is a staple of 'Socratic' inquiry in Western education, where questioning is the primary tool for learning. It became a common journalistic trope in the mid-20th century to signal that a public figure's statement was under scrutiny. Today, it is the gold standard for transitioning from a summary to a critique in English essays.
The 'Transition' Trick
In essays, follow this phrase with a colon (:) or a bulleted list to immediately show the reader exactly what those questions are. It makes your writing look very organized.
Raise vs. Rise
Never say 'this rises several questions.' 'Rise' is something you do yourself (like getting out of bed), but 'raise' is something you do to an object (like lifting a question into the conversation).
15 सेकंड में
- Used to point out gaps in logic or missing information.
- Commonly used in academic essays and professional business meetings.
- A polite way to express skepticism or demand more detail.
What It Means
Think of this phrase as a red flag for your brain. You use it when a situation or a statement feels incomplete. It suggests that the information provided isn't the whole story. It’s like looking at a map that has a giant hole in the middle. You aren't just curious; you are pointing out that something needs deeper investigation. It’s a sophisticated way to say, 'I’m skeptical' or 'Tell me more.'
How To Use It
You usually place this phrase right after presenting a fact or a claim. It acts as a bridge between a statement and your critique. For example, if a company says they are doubling profits but firing everyone, you’d say, This raises several questions. It sounds professional and calm. You aren't accusing anyone of lying. You are just being a sharp thinker. It’s very common in writing to transition into a list of concerns.
When To Use It
This is your best friend in academic writing or business meetings. Use it when you want to look analytical and observant. It’s perfect for when a friend tells a story that sounds a bit suspicious. If your roommate says they cleaned the kitchen, but there’s pizza on the ceiling, this raises several questions. Use it when you want to be critical without being rude. It shows you are paying close attention to the details.
When NOT To Use It
Avoid this in very casual, high-energy moments. If your friend just won the lottery, don't say this raises several questions. It will make you sound like a buzzkill or a detective. Also, don't use it for simple, clear-cut situations. If someone says, 'I'm hungry,' responding with this phrase makes you sound like a robot. It’s for complex issues, not for deciding which socks to wear.
Cultural Background
This expression comes from a culture that values logic and evidence. In English-speaking academic and professional circles, questioning is seen as a sign of intelligence. We don't like to just accept things at face value. By using raises, you are metaphorically 'lifting' the questions into the air for everyone to see. It’s a polite, indirect way of challenging authority or established ideas without being aggressive.
Common Variations
You might hear people say this brings up several questions or this leaves us with many questions. If you want to be more intense, try this raises some serious questions. In a more casual setting, people might just say, 'That’s a bit weird, isn't it?' But if you want to sound like the smartest person in the room, stick to the original. It has a certain weight and gravitas that other phrases lack.
इस्तेमाल की जानकारी
This is a high-level academic and professional transition. Ensure you actually follow it with the questions or concerns you are referring to, otherwise the phrase feels empty.
The 'Transition' Trick
In essays, follow this phrase with a colon (:) or a bulleted list to immediately show the reader exactly what those questions are. It makes your writing look very organized.
Raise vs. Rise
Never say 'this rises several questions.' 'Rise' is something you do yourself (like getting out of bed), but 'raise' is something you do to an object (like lifting a question into the conversation).
The 'Polite Critic'
English speakers often use this phrase to avoid saying 'I think you are wrong.' It's a 'soft' way to start a disagreement by framing it as a quest for more information.
उदाहरण
6The study shows a correlation, but this raises several questions about the methodology used.
The study shows a correlation, but this raises several questions about the methodology used.
Used here to introduce a critique of a scientific process.
The budget is shrinking while our goals are expanding; this raises several questions.
The budget is shrinking while our goals are expanding; this raises several questions.
A polite way to tell a boss that the plan might be impossible.
Wait, he said he was at home but he's in the background of that photo? This raises several questions!
Wait, he said he was at home but he's in the background of that photo? This raises several questions!
Using a formal phrase in a casual context for a humorous, 'detective' effect.
The fact that the door was locked from the inside raises several questions.
The fact that the door was locked from the inside raises several questions.
Classic detective-style observation.
You've been acting very distant lately, and honestly, this raises several questions about our future.
You've been acting very distant lately, and honestly, this raises several questions about our future.
Used to express deep concern and the need for a serious talk.
The government's sudden change in policy raises several questions regarding public safety.
The government's sudden change in policy raises several questions regarding public safety.
Standard journalistic or civic commentary.
खुद को परखो
Choose the correct verb to complete the academic expression.
The lack of data in the final report ___ several questions.
In English, we 'raise' a question (transitive verb), we don't 'rise' it.
Complete the phrase to show you are thinking critically about a situation.
The witness changed her story three times, which ___ several questions.
The standard collocation is 'to raise questions'.
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विज़ुअल लर्निंग टूल्स
Formality of 'This raises several questions'
Used jokingly with friends.
Your cat is wearing a hat? This raises several questions.
Discussing news or a movie plot.
The ending of that film raises several questions.
Academic essays and business reports.
The decline in sales raises several questions about our strategy.
Where to use 'This raises several questions'
Academic Essay
Critiquing a theory's logic.
Boardroom
Questioning a risky new investment.
True Crime Podcast
Discussing a suspicious piece of evidence.
Friend Drama
Analyzing a confusing text message.
अक्सर पूछे जाने वाले सवाल
10 सवालIt is formal, but people use it jokingly in daily life to sound like a detective. If you use it seriously about a sandwich, it might be weird.
Yes, many makes it sound more urgent or overwhelming than several. Several sounds more controlled and analytical.
You ask a question to get an answer. You raise a question to point out that a problem exists for everyone to consider.
It's better in the body paragraphs. Use it after you have presented a specific piece of evidence that you want to analyze.
Yes, if you're being a bit dramatic or sarcastic with a friend. For example: 'You're eating cereal with water? This raises several questions.'
In this context, several usually means more than two but not a huge amount. It suggests a manageable list of concerns.
Yes, brings up is slightly more natural in spoken English, while raises is the standard for writing.
Absolutely. It is a standard expression across all major English dialects, especially in professional settings.
Then you should say, This raises a question or This raises an important question. Don't use the plural if you only have one point.
No, it actually sounds quite objective. It focuses on the 'questions' rather than accusing the 'person' of being wrong.
संबंधित मुहावरे
This calls into question
To cause doubts about the truth or honesty of something.
Food for thought
Something worth thinking about seriously.
A point of contention
A specific disagreement or problem in an argument.
To beg the question
Often misused to mean 'raises the question,' but technically means an argument's premises assume the truth of the conclusion.
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