auf|fordern
Translation
to request, to urge, to ask, to challenge
Examples
Ich bitte dich, ihn zum Gehen aufzufordern.
I ask you to request him to leave.
Es ist wichtig, die Leute zum Handeln aufzufordern.
It is important to urge the people to act.
Grammar Patterns
((sb.)) ((to do sth.)) to request/urge sb. to do sth. I urge you to act.
Similar Words
Synonyms: bitten (to ask), verlangen (to demand); Antonyms: erlauben (to permit)
Etymology
From 'auf' (up, on) and 'fordern' (to demand). It conveys the idea of placing a demand 'upon' someone.
Memory Tips
Think of 'calling someone UP' ('auf') to fulfill a demand ('fordern').