anfragen
/ˈanˌfʁaːɡn̩/
verb
B2
der (masc.) die (fem.) das (neut.)
Underline = a spelling pattern that usually signals that gender.
Forms
- present
- fragt an
- past
- fragte an
- perfect
- hat angefragt
Meaning
-
to enquire
Built from an (on, at) + fragen (to ask).
Made of
- an on, at
- fragen to ask
Similar words
Anfragen is making a formal, often written enquiry, like to an authority; sich erkundigen is asking around or finding out information, more casual and reflexive.
Practice
1 What does anfragen mean?
to enquire
2 Fill the gap: Ich habe beim Hotel ___.
Full sentence: Ich habe beim Hotel angefragt. (I enquired at the hotel.)
3 Which fingerprint chart matches anfragen?
anfragen: neutral register, common frequency, general domain, neutral connotation.
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