What is the Spanish word for "ask"?

Learn how to say "ask" in Spanish with examples and practice

English

ask

Spanish

preguntar

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Alternative translations of "ask"

pedir
invitar
solicitar

Examples of how to use "ask" in Spanish

English
She is asking too many questions.
Spanish
Ella está haciendo demasiadas preguntas.
English
I ask for help politely.
Spanish
Pido ayuda amablemente.
English
She asked the teacher a question.
Spanish
Ella le hizo una pregunta al profesor.
English
They are asking for directions now.
Spanish
Ellos están pidiendo direcciones ahora.
English
He has asked three times today.
Spanish
Él ha pedido tres veces hoy.

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