3.3.2 Request

Use this domain for words related to requesting something--to ask for something, or ask someone to do something.

Louw Nida Codes: 
33L Ask For, Request
  • What words refer to saying something in order to acquire something from the other person?
    request, make a request, ask for something, ask somebody to do something, appeal, make an appeal, petition, requisition, solicit, apply, consult,
  • What words refer to what is said when someone makes a request?
    appeal (n), petition (n), request (n), solicitation, question
  • What words refer to a person who makes a request?
    petitioner, suppliant
  • What special words do people use when they want to make a polite request?
    please, if you wouldn't mind, would you mind?
  • What words refer to asking for something when you are desperate to get it?
    implore, plead, beseech, entreat, importune
  • What words refer to what is said when a person pleads?
    plea, entreaty
  • What words describe a person who pleads?
    importunate