Preguntar



Example: Vaig preguntar on era la biblioteca més propera.

Definition


"Preguntar" means to ask a question or seek information by inquiring. It involves requesting an answer or clarification about something, such as when you say, 'I asked where the nearest library was.'

Etymology


The word "preguntar" comes from the Latin verb 'percontari,' which means to inquire or seek information. Over time, it evolved in the Romance languages, retaining the sense of asking questions. Did you know? The root 'per-' often implies thoroughness, emphasizing the act of careful questioning.

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"Preguntar" appears in the Vocaplus list "Catalan - General - (A1) - set 4", containing 104 commonly used words.
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