Beginner ๐Ÿ“š Vocabulary ยท #161 of 1319

ask (v.)

to put a question to someone

Examples

  • Ask the teacher.

Key rules

  • Ask means put a question to someone
  • Ask someone a question, ask for something
  • Ask someone to do something

Use cases

  • Asking questions
  • Making requests
  • Asking for directions
๐Ÿ’ก Tip: Ask for means request something; ask about means enquire about a topic.

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