also: ゆうむ
existence or nonexistence; presence or absence
Used in formal or written contexts to ask or state whether something exists or is present. Often appears in the pattern 有無を問わず (regardless of presence/absence).
We do not ask about the presence or absence of experience.
Please check whether the materials exist.
Refers to a person's agreement or rejection, often in formal decision-making contexts. Common in the phrase 有無を言わせず (without giving a chance to say yes or no).
He pushed the contract forward without giving them a chance to say yes or no.
We need to confirm the other party's consent or refusal.
Anyone can apply regardless of whether they have experience.
Please check whether there is stock before departure.