praying
Translation
to pray
Examples
She is praying for peace.
She is praying for peace.
They pray at church every Sunday.
They pray at church every Sunday.
I pray you'll be safe.
I pray you'll be safe.
Grammar Patterns
((for sth./sb.)) to pray for (sth./sb.) She is praying for peace.
((to sb.)) to pray to (sb.) They pray to God for guidance.
((that ...)) to pray that (clause) I pray that you return safely.
Similar Words
Synonyms: worship, beg, implore
Etymology
From Latin 'precari' meaning 'to ask earnestly, beg, entreat'.
Memory Tips
Think of making a 'plea' or a 'request' to a higher power. 'Pray' sounds a bit like 'plea-ray'.