Meaning of Begged
To ask someone earnestly or humbly for something.
In simple words: To ask for something very strongly or desperately.
Begged in a sentence
- She begged her parents for a puppy.
- He begged for forgiveness after his mistake.
- They begged the judge to reduce their sentence.
- I had no choice but to beg for help.
- The child begged for a piece of candy.
How to use Begged
Use 'begged' in contexts where someone is urgently requesting help or forgiveness. It's generally neutral but can imply a sense of desperation.
Grammar pattern
beg + object
Memory hint
Think of a dog begging for food; it's very eager and desperate.
Related words
Collocations with Begged
- beg for mercy
- beg for forgiveness
- beg someone to stay
- beg for help
- beg on one's knees
Synonyms for Begged
- pleaded
- implored
- requested
- entreat
- craved
Opposites of Begged
- insisted
- demanded
- refused
Common mistakes with Begged
- Confused with 'asked' - 'begged' suggests a stronger, more desperate request.
- Using the wrong tense - 'begged' is past tense, so it shouldn't be used with current events.
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More words like Begged
- It is what it is
A phrase used to express acceptance of a situation without trying to change it.
- I know what this is
A phrase expressing certainty about the identity or nature of something.
- Have you seen this
A question asking someone if they have previously looked at or noticed something.
- I've seen one before
To indicate familiarity with something previously encountered.
- It belonged to a man
Indicates possession, signifying that something is owned by a male person.
- RadicalC1
Relating to the fundamental nature or extreme measures of change.
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Frequently asked questions about Begged
What does Begged mean?
To ask for something very strongly or desperately.
What is the definition of Begged?
To ask someone earnestly or humbly for something.
How do you use Begged in a sentence?
She begged her parents for a puppy.
Can you give another example of Begged?
He begged for forgiveness after his mistake.
What are synonyms for Begged?
Common alternatives include pleaded, implored, requested, entreat, craved.
What is the opposite of Begged?
Opposite meanings include insisted, demanded, refused.
What words go with Begged?
It commonly pairs with beg for mercy, beg for forgiveness, beg someone to stay, beg for help, beg on one's knees.
What are common mistakes when using Begged?
Confused with 'asked' - 'begged' suggests a stronger, more desperate request. Using the wrong tense - 'begged' is past tense, so it shouldn't be used with current events.
How do you pronounce Begged?
US: //bɛɡd//, UK: //bɛɡd//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Begged?
Use 'begged' in contexts where someone is urgently requesting help or forgiveness. It's generally neutral but can imply a sense of desperation.
