asks

[ˈæsks]

asks Definition

to say or write something to someone because you want them to give you information, an answer, or their opinion.

Using asks: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "asks" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  She asked me what time it was.

• Example

  He asked if I wanted to go for a walk.

• Example

  The teacher asked the students to be quiet.

asks Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for asks

• inquire
• question
• query
• interrogate

Phrases with asks

• ask for

  to request something from someone

  Example

  I'm going to ask for a raise at work.

• ask around

  to ask many people in order to get information or help

  Example

  I asked around but no one knew where the party was.

• ask out

  to invite someone on a date

  Example

  He finally asked her out and she said yes.

Origins of asks

from Old English 'ascian'

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Summary: asks in Brief

'Asks' [ˈæsks] is a verb that means to say or write something to someone because you want them to give you information, an answer, or their opinion. It can be used in phrases like 'ask for,' meaning to request something, and 'ask out,' meaning to invite someone on a date.