Fragen Translations, meanings and synonyms

"Fragen" is used as verb with the meaning of "to ask", "to inquire" or "to wonder".

Essential properties of "fragen"

Its most important properties are:

Properties

  • Infinitive: fragen
  • Simple past: fragte
  • Participle: gefragt

See full conjugation of fragen

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Note: These properties are not absolute. A transitive verb can be used intransitively and vice versa depending on context, and many verbs can be used reflexively even though they are not primarily reflexive.

Meanings of "fragen" + more translations, synonyms and antonyms

It has the meanings and uses detailed below:

1.) "To ask a question"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Ich möchte dich etwas fragen.I want to ask you something.
  2. Er hat mich nach dem Weg gefragt.He asked me for directions.
  3. Kann ich dich etwas fragen?Can I ask you something?

2.) "To show interest or wonder"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Er fragt sich, ob das stimmt.He wonders if that's true.
  2. Sie hat nach dir gefragt.She asked about you.
  3. Ich frage mich, warum das passiert ist.I wonder why that happened.

3.) "To request something"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Er hat um Hilfe gefragt.He asked for help.
  2. Ich frage nach mehr Informationen.I'm asking for more information.
  3. Sie fragt nach einem Gefallen.She's asking for a favor.
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