request
word
/ɹiˈkwɛst/
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/ɹɪkwˈɛst/
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Definition
A request is something you ask for politely, such as help, information, or permission. It can be a noun, and in formal situations it is also commonly used as a verb meaning to ask officially or politely.
Usage & Nuances
Common collocations include 'make a request', 'send a request', 'deny a request', and 'at your request'. 'Request' is usually more formal than 'ask'. As a verb, it is especially common in emails, customer service, legal language, and official announcements.
Spanish: solicitud - peticiónPortuguese (BR): pedido - solicitaçãoPortuguese (PT): pedido - solicitaçãoChinese (Simplified): 请求Chinese (Traditional): 請求Hindi: अनुरोध - निवेदनArabic: طلب - التماسBengali: অনুরোধ - আবেদনRussian: просьба - запросJapanese: リクエスト - 要請Vietnamese: yêu cầu - đề nghịKorean: 요청 - 신청Turkish: istek - talepUrdu: درخواستIndonesian: permintaan - permohonan
Example Sentences
At her request, we kept the news private.
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I made a request for more time.
basic
The teacher denied my request.
basic
They requested a copy of the report.
basic
If you need anything, just send me a request.
natural
We request that all guests arrive by 7 p.m.
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