to pray
01
祈る, 祈願する
to speak to God or a deity, often to ask for help, express gratitude, or show devotion
Intransitive: to pray | to pray for sth
例
In times of trouble, people often pray for guidance and strength.
困難な時には、人々はしばしば導きと力を求めて祈ります。
02
祈る, 懇願する
to ask or request something politely or earnestly
Transitive: to pray to do sth
Ditransitive: to pray sb do sth
例
I pray you do not keep me waiting any longer.
これ以上待たせないでくださいとお願いします。
03
祈る, 願う
to hope or wish for something deeply
Transitive: to pray that
Intransitive: to pray for sth
例
He prayed for a promotion at work.
彼は仕事での昇進を祈った。
