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March 24, 2026
请求(請求)qǐngqiú(qing3qiu2)
请求 (qǐngqiú) means 'to request' or 'to ask for something.' It is commonly used in both formal and informal contexts when someone is seeking assistance, permission, or information. The term conveys a sense of politeness and is often used in conversations, emails, and official documents.
Frequency#1636DifficultyMedium
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, making requests is often done with an emphasis on politeness and respect, reflecting the values of harmony and consideration for others. Using 请求 appropriately in a conversation demonstrates good manners and cultural awareness.
Memory Tip
Imagine a person holding a 'request form' (请求) while politely 'qing' (请) to the other person. The character 请 (qǐng) means 'please,' and it sounds similar, emphasizing the polite nature of making a request.
Meanings of 请求
qǐngqiú(qing3qiu2)
1request
2to request
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About 请求
请求Simplified
請求Traditional
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名词míngcínoun (n.)Part of Speech
#1636Frequency Rank
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HSK 2.0L5HSK 3.0L5ElementaryTOCFLL2HSKKL1CEFRA1
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AI Study Notes for 请求
Quick Contrast
请求 (qǐngqiú) vs 要求 (yāoqiú) — use 请求 for polite requests, while 要求 implies a stronger demand or requirement.
Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a person holding a 'request form' (请求) while politely 'qing' (请) to the other person. The character 请 (qǐng) means 'please,' and it sounds similar, emphasizing the polite nature of making a request.
Usage Notes
Be cautious of the tone when using 请求; it is important to use a polite tone to convey respect. Common collocations include 请求帮助 (request help) and 请求批准 (request approval). A common mistake is to use it in overly casual contexts, where simpler words like 要求 (yāoqiú) may be more appropriate.
HSK Study Tips
As an HSK 5 word, 请求 connects with other words related to asking or seeking, such as 要求 (yāoqiú) and 申请 (shēnqǐng). Focus on using it in various scenarios, such as making requests in different contexts, to deepen your understanding.
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, making requests is often done with an emphasis on politeness and respect, reflecting the values of harmony and consideration for others. Using 请求 appropriately in a conversation demonstrates good manners and cultural awareness.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 请求 with 要求, using 请求 in situations where a stronger term is needed. For example, saying '我请求你给我这个' (I request you to give me this) might be too soft; '我要求你给我这个' (I demand you to give me this) would be more appropriate in a demanding context.
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Grammar Patterns of 请求
请求 functions as a verb — the action or state of the sentence. The Chinese order is Subject + Verb + Object (我吃饭). Negate it with 不 (habitual / future) or 没(有) (completed action). Add aspect markers like 了, 过, 着 directly after the verb. It carries 4 related meanings, each with its own usage notes below. The example sentences below show it in action, with practice buttons (Listen, Practice Writing, Practice Speaking) on every line.
I don't know to whom I ought to address the request.
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他请求那位老人照看这个公事包.
tā qǐng qiú nà wèi lǎo rén zhào kàn zhè gè gōng shì bāo.
He requested the old man to look after the briefcase.
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我的朋友请求我借给他十美元.
wǒ de péng yǒu qǐng qiú wǒ jiè gěi tā shí měi yuán.
My friend hit me up for 10 dollars.
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亨利肚子疼请求离开一下.
hēng lì dù zǐ téng qǐng qiú lí kāi yī xià.
Henry got a stomachache and asked to be excused.
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他请求人们渴了就来喝活水.
tā qǐng qiú rén mén kě le jiù lái hē huó shuǐ.
He pleads with people to come and drink the living water.
Cultural Notes for 请求
🏮Cultural insight
In Chinese culture, making requests is often done with an emphasis on politeness and respect, reflecting the values of harmony and consideration for others. Using 请求 appropriately in a conversation demonstrates good manners and cultural awareness.
Frequently Asked Questions about 请求
Yes, 请求 can be used in both contexts, but it is more common in formal situations.
请求 is more about politely asking for something, while 要求 typically implies a demand or requirement.
While it's not necessary, using 请求 can enhance politeness, especially in a formal setting.
