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VocabJLPT N3

to ask

Godan Verb (Special Class)Transitive Verb

Definitions

1. to ask
2. to inquire
3. to blame (someone) for
4. to care about

This verb means to question, ask, or inquire, often in a formal or serious context. It is frequently used when someone's responsibility or guilt is being called into question, such as in legal or moral contexts.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

Is it rude to ask for someone's name first?

Sentence 2

When I ask myself "are you running away?", it stings.

Sentence 3

The incident calls into question how seriously society takes safety.

Sentence 4

I'm still not sure who I should bring this to.

Sentence 5

I suddenly got anxious and asked myself, "are you okay?"