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Ask me vs Ask to me

The correct phrase is "ask me." The preposition "to" is not needed after the verb "ask" when indicating the person being asked. It is a common mistake to add "to" in this context.

Last updated: March 26, 2024 • 7057 views

Ask me

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English.

Use "ask me" when you want someone to pose a question or request information from you.

Examples:

  • Can you ask me a question?
  • Please ask me if you need help.
  • He will ask me for directions.
  • She asked me about my plans.
  • They always ask me for advice.
  • Ask me if I'm bluffing.
  • Ask me if the Abominable Snowman called.
  • Ask me questions about your mother.
  • Ask me any questions about anybody.
  • Ask me anything you want about my life there.
  • Ask me anything there is to know about the law.
  • Ask me how many sexual partners I've had.
  • Ask me who my best friend is.
  • Ask me if I sent it to Information Services.
  • I'm an open book; Ask me anything.
  • Ask me how this fits into the case.
  • Ask me why I couldn't.
  • Ask me to meet him at the practice facility.
  • Ask me anything, I will tell you the truth.
  • Ask me, they're not paying you enough.
  • Ask me to do something for you.
  • Ask me that again, only slower.
  • Ask me how many times I've used it.
  • Ask me nicely and maybe I'll tell you, dwarf.
  • Ask me anything and I'll tell you.

Alternatives:

  • inquire of me
  • question me
  • query me
  • interrogate me
  • request information from me

Ask to me

This phrase is incorrect in English. The preposition "to" should not be used after the verb "ask" when indicating the person being asked.

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