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frequently asked questions; FAQ
A section on websites, documents, or guides that compiles common questions and their answers. The Japanese equivalent of the English abbreviation FAQ.
まずはよくある質問を確認してください。
Please check the FAQ first.
よくある質問のページに答えが載っていた。
The answer was on the FAQ page.
お問い合わせの前に、よくある質問をご覧いただければ幸いです。
We would appreciate it if you could review the FAQ before making an inquiry.
USAGE:
The standard Japanese translation of FAQ. Found on nearly every Japanese website and product manual. The English abbreviation FAQ is also widely understood in Japan, though the Japanese phrase is more common on Japanese-language sites.
VARIATIONS:
- よくあるご質問: polite form (with honorific prefix ご), common on corporate websites
- FAQ（エフエーキュー）: the English abbreviation, sometimes used alongside the Japanese phrase