How to Pronounce "ask after"
expression
ˈæsk/ /ˈæftɝ
ASK AF-ter
ˈɑːsk/ /ˈɑːftɐ
AASK AF-tuh
Definition
To inquire about the well-being or situation of someone, especially someone who is not present.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈæsk/ /ˈæftɝ
British English
ˈɑːsk/ /ˈɑːftɐ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
ASK AF-ter
UK
AASK AF-tuh
Listen in Context
My aunt always asks after my family when we meet.
He called to ask after his old friends.
Did she ask after you at the party?
Whenever my mother visits, she always asks after my neighbors.