Dictionary-enhanced word family
Word Forms of “Ask”
To request information by speaking a question; to inquire.
Word Family of Ask
How to Use Each Word Form in a Sentence
- Can you ask her what time the meeting starts? A1
- I asked my teacher to explain the grammar rule again. A2
- Researchers asked participants to complete a comprehensive survey about their habits. B2
Word Form Patterns for Ask
-tion
Adds **-tion** to form a noun describing an action, process, or result. Example: ask → question.
Origin and Word Formation of Ask
From Old English ascian, meaning to request or inquire.
Asking questions is central to learning; cultures differ in how directly one asks.
Common Word Form Mistakes with Ask
Wrong: I asked for he to help me.
Correct: I asked him to help me.
After 'ask', use object pronoun 'him' not subject pronoun 'he'.
Frequently Asked Questions About Word Forms of Ask
What are the word forms of “ask”?
The confirmed forms are shown in the word family cards above. Missing parts of speech are hidden instead of filled with placeholder text.
What part of speech is “ask”?
“ask” is primarily a verb. Some forms above show how the same root works as other parts of speech.
Where does “ask” come from?
From Old English ascian, meaning to request or inquire.