beg — to ask someone earnestly or humbly for something
Part of speech: VERB
Definition: to ask someone earnestly or humbly for something
Pronunciation (IPA): /bɛɡ/
Example Sentences
- My dog begs for treats every time I open the refrigerator.
- I beg you to reconsider your decision.
- Stop begging for Wi-Fi password - you're not getting it!
beg
VERB[/bɛɡ/]
to ask someone earnestly or humbly for something
He begs for help — kneeling and reaching out, desperate for a response.
Beg and plead, down on your knees — hoping they’ll hear and give what you need.
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Middle English 'beggen', possibly derived from Old English 'bedecian' meaning 'to beg' or influenced by Old Norse 'beggja'. The ultimate origin is uncertain but may be related to Germanic roots meaning 'to demand' or 'to ask'.
Breakdown
beg (root verb, from Old English/Old Norse origins meaning 'to ask or demand') - cannot be further broken down into productive morphemes in modern English
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🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“My dog begs for treats every time I open the refrigerator.”
“I beg you to reconsider your decision.”
“Stop begging for Wi-Fi password - you're not getting it!”
“He begged his teacher for extra credit points.”
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