aufgefordert
Translation
requested, prompted, asked, urged
Examples
Er wurde aufgefordert, den Raum zu verlassen.
He was asked to leave the room.
Sie fühlte sich aufgefordert zu antworten.
She felt prompted to answer.
Grammar Patterns
to be ((aufgefordert)) to do sth. to be requested/asked to do sth. He was asked to state his opinion.
Similar Words
gebeten (asked), verlangt (demanded)
Etymology
From 'auf-' (on, up) and 'fordern' (to demand). It literally means to place a demand 'on' someone.
Memory Tips
Think of 'auf' as putting pressure 'on' someone to 'fordern' (demand) an action. You've been called upon.