verb

pedir

ask · order

Es cuando una persona dice lo que necesita o quiere que otra persona le dé o haga.

The Spanish word "pedir" means "to ask for", "to request", or "to order" something. It is a verb commonly used when someone wants to request something from another person, such as asking for help, food, or information.

Example:

  • Pedir ayuda = To ask for help
  • Pedir comida en un restaurante = To order food in a restaurant

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Examples

Voy a pedir ayuda con mi tarea.verb

I am going to ask for help with my homework.

Voy a pedir una pizza para la cena.verb

I am going to order a pizza for dinner.

Voy a pedir una hamburguesa para la cena.verb

I am going to order a hamburger for dinner.

Juan quiere pedir ayuda.verb

Juan wants to ask for help.

Él quiere pedir la cuenta.verb

He wants to ask for the bill.

Él prefiere pedir comida de un restaurante.verb

He prefers to order food from a restaurant.

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