ask for something
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Meaning · English
Request or demand something
Literally: request something
Register: neutral
Examples
Can I ask for a raise?
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Sources & notes
Everyday learner phrase (CEFR A1); level cross-referenced from published learner lists. Definition pending editorial review. Definition drafted by AI (@cf/meta/llama-3.3-70b-instruct-fp8-fast) and auto-approved by rule on 2026-08-01; pending editor spot-check.
Common questions
What does “ask for something” mean?
Request or demand something Literally: request something
Is “ask for something” formal or informal?
ask for something is generally neutral.