Pattern: ask-to-infinitive
Structure Overview
Formula: Subject + ask + Person + to + Base Verb
Core Meaning: Politeness or directive frame requesting someone to perform an action.
💬 Contextual Examples
- She asked him to wait outside.
- The officer asked us to show our passports.
🎴 Interactive Web Practice (Click to Reveal)
Practice 1: Could you ask them ______ down the music?
Answer:
to turn
Practice 2: He asked me ______ anyone about the news.
Answer:
not to tell
🔗 Knowledge Base Connections
- 🔑 Parent Keyword: ask