Buscar
to ask for
[phrase form: ask]
01
pedir
to politely request something from someone
Transitive: to ask for sth
Example
Can I ask for your assistance with this task?
She asked for a favor from her neighbor.
The customer asked for the bill after finishing the meal.
02
pedir, solicitar
to state that one wants to see or speak to someone specific
Transitive: to ask for sb
Example
I 'll ask for the CEO when I call the corporate office to discuss the partnership proposal.
The client asked for the head of the design department to oversee their project.
The employee asked for the company director to discuss career development opportunities.
03
aumentando la probabilidad de algo
to do something that increases the chances of a specific outcome or consequence
Transitive: to ask for an outcome or consequence
Example
Leaving your valuables in plain sight in your car is asking for a break-in.
Not wearing a helmet while riding a bicycle is asking for an injury and can increase the likelihood of a head injury.
Skipping breakfast before an exam is asking for trouble and can increase the likelihood of poor performance.
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