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Asking

🇬🇧 UK //ˈɑːskɪŋ// 🇺🇸 US //ˈæskɪŋ//

Meaning of Asking

Making a request for information or help.

In simple words: Requesting someone to do something or to give information.

Asking in a sentence

• She is asking for directions to the nearest bus stop.
• He is always asking questions during the lecture.
• I appreciate you asking about my well-being.
• Are you asking me to help with your project?
• The teacher was asking the students to submit their homework.
• She is asking her friend for advice on her essay.
• I heard him asking for a raise during his review.
• Is she asking if we can join the game?

How to use Asking

Use 'asking' when you want to know something or when you're requesting help. It's appropriate in both formal and informal situations but be polite in formal contexts.

Grammar pattern

asking + object

Memory hint

Think of 'asking' like raising your hand to get someone's attention.

Related words

Collocations with Asking

• asking for help
• asking a question
• asking permission
• asking about
• asking someone out

Synonyms for Asking

• requesting
• inquiring
• questioning
• soliciting
• petitioning

Opposites of Asking

• answering
• responding

Common mistakes with Asking

• Confusing 'ask' and 'ask for' regarding specific requests.
• Using 'asking' in the past tense incorrectly.
• Misplacing the verb tense when talking about future requests.

Frequently asked questions about Asking

What does Asking mean?

Requesting someone to do something or to give information.

What is the definition of Asking?

Making a request for information or help.

How do you use Asking in a sentence?

She is asking for directions to the nearest bus stop.

Can you give another example of Asking?

He is always asking questions during the lecture.

What are synonyms for Asking?

Common alternatives include requesting, inquiring, questioning, soliciting, petitioning.

What is the opposite of Asking?

Opposite meanings include answering, responding.

What words go with Asking?

It commonly pairs with asking for help, asking a question, asking permission, asking about, asking someone out.

What are common mistakes when using Asking?

Confusing 'ask' and 'ask for' regarding specific requests. Using 'asking' in the past tense incorrectly. Misplacing the verb tense when talking about future requests.

How do you pronounce Asking?

US: //ˈæskɪŋ//, UK: //ˈɑːskɪŋ//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Asking?

Use 'asking' when you want to know something or when you're requesting help. It's appropriate in both formal and informal situations but be polite in formal contexts.