ask you for a favor vs ask you a favor

Both phrases are correct, but they are used in slightly different contexts. 'Ask you for a favor' is more commonly used when requesting a specific favor from someone, while 'ask you a favor' is more general and can be used in various situations.

Last updated: March 28, 2024 • 1122 views

ask you for a favor

This phrase is correct and commonly used when requesting a specific favor from someone.

This phrase is used when you are asking someone to do something specific for you as a favor.

Examples:

Can I ask you for a favor? Could you help me move this heavy table?
I need to ask you for a favor. Can you pick up my mail while I'm away?
I hate to ask you for a favor, but could you lend me some money?
She asked me for a favor, and I couldn't say no.
He always asks me for a favor when he's in trouble.

Alternatives:

request a favor from you
seek a favor from you
plead for a favor from you
solicit a favor from you
implore a favor from you

ask you a favor

This phrase is correct and can be used in a more general sense when asking for a favor without specifying it.

This phrase is used when you are asking someone for a favor without mentioning a specific task or favor.

Examples:

Can I ask you a favor? Could you help me with something?
I need to ask you a favor. Can you do me a small favor?
I hate to ask you a favor, but could you assist me?
She asked me a favor, and I couldn't refuse.
He always asks me a favor when he needs help.

Alternatives:

ask for a favor from you
request a favor
seek a favor
plead for a favor
solicit a favor

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