Preguntarme (en. Ask me)

/pɾeɡunˈtaɾ.me/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
verb
To ask someone a question about a specific topic.
He wants to ask me about the new project.
Él quiere preguntarme sobre el nuevo proyecto.
To request information or clarification from another person.
Don't hesitate to ask me if you have any questions.
No dudes en preguntarme si tienes dudas.
To interrogate someone.
I’m going to ask myself what to do before making a decision.
Voy a preguntarme qué hacer antes de tomar una decisión.

Etymology

The verb 'preguntar' comes from the Latin 'interrogare', which means to interrogate or to ask questions.

Common Phrases and Expressions

ask me something
Requesting information from me.
preguntarme algo
don't hesitate to ask me
An invitation to ask questions without reservations.
no dudes en preguntarme
ask me about
Indicating to someone that they are interested in something related to me.
preguntarme por

Related Words

question
An expression that seeks to obtain information.
pregunta
interrogation
The act of asking questions.
interrogación
respond
Act of answering a question.
respondere

Slang Meanings

To ask a question informally.
He always asks me in a joking way.
Siempre me pregunta en plan de bromas.
To be in a constant asking mode.
She doesn’t stop asking me; it seems she’s curious.
No para de preguntarme, parece que tiene curiosidad.