matter and problem can be used with almost the same meaning, depending on the context. Thehy have diifferent meanings in different sentences however. Question is deffirent. matter what is the matter? (what is wrong? What is the problem?) problem What is the problem? The problem is... question I wish to ask you a question. The question is if it will work. Another two words that are similar in meaning to problem are concern and issue. I have concerns about hiring him. He has issues with hiring him.

1. Matter (It has different uses. It depends on how you use the words) a. A subject of concern, feeling, or action. Example: matters of foreign policy; a personal matter. b. Trouble or difficulty Example: What's the matter with your car. c. An approximated quantity, amount, or extent Example: The construction will last a matter of years. d. Something printed or otherwise set down in writing Example: reading matter e. A specific type of substance Example: Inorganic matter With Idioms: a. as a matter of fact - in fact or actually b. for that matter - so far as that is concerned; as for that. c. no matter - regardless of.. 2. Problem a. A question to be considered, solved, or answered Example : math problems; the problem of how to arrange transportation. b. A situation, matter, or person that presents perplexity or difficulty Example: was having problems breathing; considered the main problem to be his boss. c. A misgiving, objection, or complaint Example: I have a problem with his cynicism. 3. Question a. An expression of inquiry that invites or calls for a reply. b. A difficult matter; a problem Example:a question of ethics. As you can see it depends on how you use the words.