Pregunte (en. Ask)

/pɾeˈɡunte/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
verb
To request information or clarification about something.
It is important that you ask if you have doubts.
Es importante que pregunte si tiene dudas.
To ask a question or interrogate someone.
Ask the teacher about the homework.
Pregunte al profesor sobre la tarea.
To invite someone to ask a question.
If you have concerns, ask confidently.
Si tiene inquietudes, pregunte con confianza.

Etymology

From the Latin 'precāre', which means 'to pray', related to the action of asking questions.

Common Phrases and Expressions

ask whatever you want
An invitation to ask any question.
pregunte lo que quiera

Related Words

question
Verbal expression that formulates a doubt or inquiry.
pregunta
inquisitive person
A person who asks many questions.
preguntón
to wonder
To reflect internally on something.
preguntarse

Slang Meanings

To ask informally.
Why didn’t you ask him that?
¿Por qué no le preguntaste eso?
To ask indiscreet questions.
Don’t be nosy, respect him.
No seas preguntón, respétalo.