释义 |
Examples:frequently asked questions —if it's plowing ask the laborer, if it's weaving ask the maid (idiom); when managing a matter, consult the appropriate specialist—particle indicating that a previously asked question is be applied to the preceding word ("What about ...?", "And ...?")—grant whatever is asked for—not feel ashamed ask and learn from one's subordinates—ask an enormous price (as first negotiating step)—if it's weaving, ask the maid (idiom); when managing a matter, consult the appropriate specialist—my presumptuous request (humble expr.); if I may be so bold ask a favor—ask for leave to withdraw—if it's plowing, ask the laborer (idiom); when managing a matter, consult the appropriate specialist—lit. ask passers-by how build one's house (idiom); fig. to have no idea what to do—fig. visit sb with an ulterior motive (esp. to ask for sth)—do not hesitate (ask for sth)—have the nerve (e.g. to ask sth outrageous)—ask not for whom the bell tolls - it tolls for thee—ask somebody to carefully consider a request [idiom.]—visit the poor and ask about their suffering [idiom.]—lit. bring a bramble and ask for punishment [idiom.]— |