bitten
to ask (for), to request
Advanced Verb
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Pronunciation
/ˈbɪtən/
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Cultural Note
Do not confuse 'bitten' (to request, irregular) with 'beten' (to pray). 'Bitte' as an interjection means 'please' or 'you're welcome' — one of the most important words in polite German.
📝 Example Sentences
Ich bitte dich um Verzeihung.
I ask you for forgiveness.
Darf ich Sie um einen Tanz bitten?
May I ask you for a dance?