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VocabJLPT N5
to request
Godan VerbTransitive Verb

Definitions

  1. 1. to request
  2. 2. to beg
  3. 3. to call
  4. 4. to entrust to
This verb means to ask a favor of someone or to make a request. It is used when you are depending on someone to do something for you, and can also be used to place an order or make a plea.

Example sentences

Initial · simple i+1

I'll ask a friend.

Sentence 1

Hey, I'm asking you — just this one thing.

Sentence 2

He asked the teacher to explain.

Sentence 3

Hey, I'm asking you — just help me this once.

Sentence 4

Wait, you're asking me again? Really?

Sentence 5

He asked the teacher for help.