Preguntar
Example: Voy a preguntar al profesor sobre el examen mañana.
Definition
"Preguntar" means to ask a question or seek information from someone, often requesting clarification or an answer. It involves posing a query verbally or in writing to gain knowledge or understanding, as in the example: 'I am going to ask the teacher about the exam tomorrow.'
Etymology
The verb "preguntar" comes from Latin 'percontari,' which means to inquire thoroughly or ask. Over time, it evolved in Spanish to specifically mean to pose a question. Did you know? The root relates to the idea of seeking detailed information, highlighting the active nature of questioning.
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"Preguntar" appears in the Vocaplus list "Spanish - General - (B2) - set 2", containing 111 commonly used words.
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