Present participle of ask 2 To put a question to someone, or to request an answer from someone… To put a question (to) Request an answer (from) | meaning, pronunciation, translations and examples in american english Express yourself asking for something whether you are in shops or restaurants or in somebody's home, you can use polite questions to get what you want Extra examples why don't you ask your teacher for some of her thoughts on the matter?
Question implies careful or methodical asking The prosecutor questioned the witness on several key points Inquire often suggests a polite or formal request We inquired whether the hotel had laundry service. Asking (countable and uncountable, plural askings) the act or process of posing a question or making a request Asking refers to the act of requesting information from someone, seeking a response or favor, or inquiring about a certain topic or issue
The act or process of posing a question or making a request His asking was greeted with silence. /ˈɑskɪŋ/ ipa guide other forms Askings definitions of asking noun the verbal act of requesting synonyms Interrogating, questioning, quizzing, querying, inquiring (of), grilling, examining, catechizing Responding, answering, replying, observing, commenting, avoiding, remarking, retorting
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