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request
This word carries a tone of formality and structured expectation. It differs from ask in that it implies a specific procedure or a level of deference, often occurring in professional, legal, or official settings. Using request suggests that the speaker is acknowledging the other person's authority to grant or deny the wish. In a social context, it can feel slightly stiff or distant. While asking is casual and spontaneous, requesting often involves a clear objective and a desire for a documented or official response, making it the standard choice for business correspondence and technical support.
Countable when referring to a specific appeal or application (three separate requests). Uncountable when referring to the general act of asking (upon request).
意味
An act of asking politely or formally for something.
"The customer submitted a formal request for a refund."
To formally or politely ask for something to be done or provided.
"The singer requested a specific song for the encore."