ask (EN)

verb, noun

verb “ask”

1. to seek information or a response from someone
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   Can you ask him what time the meeting starts?
2. to pose a question that needs an answer
   She asked why the sky is blue.
3. to question someone to get information
   The detective asked the witness if she had seen anything unusual.
4. to express a desire or need for something
   He asked for help with his homework.
5. to seek permission for an action
   The student asked if he could leave the room for a moment.
6. to demand, require
   The job asks for at least three years of experience.
7. to request someone's presence at an event or gathering
   We asked our neighbors over for dinner next Friday.

noun “ask”

1. the price that a seller wants for an item they are selling
   The seller set an ask of $300 for the vintage guitar.