乞求

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Meaning and Usage

The verb 乞求 (qǐqiú) means to beg or plead earnestly for something, often implying a strong emotional appeal or desperation. It is more intense than simply asking and usually involves a request for help, mercy, or a favor.

Common Contexts

乞求 is often used in situations where someone is imploring another person for something important, such as forgiveness, assistance, or permission. It can appear in both formal and informal contexts but tends to carry a serious or emotional tone.

Collocations and Patterns

These collocations emphasize the earnestness and urgency of the request.

Nuances

Using 乞求 often implies a power imbalance where the speaker is in a vulnerable position. It is stronger than (to ask) and less formal than some legal or official terms for requesting. Avoid using it for casual or polite requests to prevent sounding overly desperate or dramatic.

Example Sentences

He begged the boss to give him a few more days off.

The children begged their parents to buy toys.

He begged the judge in court to forgive his mistakes.