Vragen
Example: Ik wil je graag vragen om meer informatie te geven.
Definition
"vragen" means to ask or request information, assistance, or permission from someone. It involves seeking an answer or response through a question or inquiry, such as in the sentence, 'Ik wil je graag vragen om meer informatie te geven,' which means 'I would like to ask you to provide more information.'
Etymology
The Dutch word "vragen" originates from the Old Dutch word 'frāgōn,' which is related to the German 'fragen' and English 'fray' or 'fry' in older forms, all deriving from the Proto-Germanic root '*fragōną,' meaning 'to ask' or 'inquire.' Did you know that the root is also linked to the concept of seeking or questioning, which has been a part of human communication for millennia?
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"Vragen" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - General - (B2) - set 2", containing 111 commonly used words.
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