Pedirte (en. Ask you)
/peˈðiɾ.te/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishSpanish
verb
To ask or demand something from someone directly.
I am going to ask you for a favor.
Te voy a pedirte un favor.
To inquire or request something from another person.
I am going to ask you to help me with this.
Voy a pedirte que me ayudes con esto.
To require something from someone formally or informally.
Don't hesitate to ask for anything you need.
No dudes en pedirte cualquier cosa que necesites.
Etymology
From the verb pedir, which comes from the Latin 'petere'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
to ask you for help
To request that someone assists you.
pedirte ayuda
to ask you for forgiveness
To request forgiveness from someone.
pedirte perdón
to ask you for advice
To request a recommendation or guidance from someone.
pedirte un consejo
Related Words
to ask
To request something directly.
pedir
request
What is requested or demanded.
pedido
Slang Meanings
To ask for something in an unusual or fun way.
I always ask him to bring me soda when he goes out.
Siempre le pido que me traiga soda cuando sale.
To request a favor in a more informal context.
Hey, can I ask you to do me a favor?
Oye, ¿puedo pedirte que me hagas un favor?