asking
Translation
asking, questioning, requesting
Examples
He is asking a question.
He is asking a question.
Asking for help is a good thing.
Asking for help is a good thing.
Thank you for asking.
Thank you for asking.
Grammar Patterns
((sb.)) ((for sth.)) asking (sb.) for (sth.) He is asking his mom for money.
((about sth.)) asking about (sth.) She is asking about the train times.
Similar Words
Synonyms: questioning, inquiring, requesting
Etymology
From the verb 'to ask' with the '-ing' suffix, indicating a continuous action or a gerund.
Memory Tips
Use for the action happening now ('He is asking') or the act itself ('Asking is free').