Ask - translation, pronunciation and examples
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When to use ask
问问题
请求帮助
问路
问某人
礼貌地问
ask usage examples
If you need a different size, ask the shop assistant for one.
If you don't understand the homework, ask your teacher after class.
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basic, neutral verb for requesting information or making requests
to ask for something politely or formally; often for an action or item
to ask someone about something; also to express doubt
a more formal or technical term for asking for information; often written or database-related
to seek advice or information from someone with expertise (e.g., a doctor, catalog, or manual)
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ask belongs to the topic "Top 300". Start with a short 7-word set so the word is easier to remember in context.
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What's the difference between ask / request / question / query / consult / quiz
basic, neutral verb for requesting information or making requests
Can I ask you a question about the shirt?
Можно я спрошу вас про эту рубашку?
We request a replacement for this shirt, please.
Мы просим заменить эту рубашку, пожалуйста.
The teacher questioned the student about the homework.
Учитель спросил ученика о домашнем задании.
a more formal or technical term for asking for information; often written or database-related
She queried the price of the jacket online.
Она уточнила цену куртки в интернете.
to seek advice or information from someone with expertise (e.g., a doctor, catalog, or manual)
You should consult the course guide before choosing classes.
Вам следует обратиться к руководству курса перед выбором предметов.
to ask someone questions to test their knowledge (often short test), rather than to request information
The teacher quizzed the students on last week's lesson.
Учитель опросил учеников по прошлой теме.
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How to pronounce ask and what this word means
ask translation: спрашивать. This page includes translation, pronunciation, transcription, audio, usage examples and related words.
how to pronounce ask
/ˈɑːsk/
ask translation
спрашивать
ask examples
If you need a different size, ask the shop assistant for one.
ask transcription
/ˈɑːsk/, /ˈæsk/
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If you need a different size, ask the shop assistant for one. Translation: Если вам нужен другой размер, спрашивайте у продавца.
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