Begged: meaning, definitions and examples
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begged
[ bɛgd ]
past tense
The term 'begged' is the past tense of the verb 'beg'. It means to ask for something earnestly or humbly, often in a desperate manner. This word typically conveys a sense of urgency or need.
Synonyms
beseeched, entreat, implored, pleaded.
Examples of usage
- She begged him to stay.
- They begged for mercy.
- He begged his parents for a new bike.
- The child begged for candy.
Translations
Translations of the word "begged" in other languages:
🇵🇹 implorou
🇮🇳 भीख मांगी
🇩🇪 bettelte
🇮🇩 memohon
🇺🇦 благав
🇵🇱 błagał
🇯🇵 懇願した
🇫🇷 a supplié
🇪🇸 suplicó
🇹🇷 yalvardı
🇰🇷 구걸했다
🇸🇦 توسل
🇨🇿 žebral
🇸🇰 prosíkal
🇨🇳 乞求
🇸🇮 prosil
🇮🇸 beðinn
🇰🇿 жалынды
🇬🇪 მოწვდილი
🇦🇿 yalvardı
🇲🇽 suplicó
Etymology
The word 'begged' comes from the Old English 'bedde', which meant 'to ask earnestly or humbly'. Its usage is closely related to the notion of humility and desperation. The verb evolved through Middle English as 'begge', ultimately leading to the modern form 'beg'. Over centuries, 'begging' has been associated with the act of requesting something that one cannot obtain independently, reflecting on socio-economic conditions in various cultures. This has led to the term being associated often with poverty or distress, reinforcing its emotional weight in contemporary usage.
Word Frequency Rank
Position #7,777 indicates this is an advanced-level word. While not essential for basic communication, it will enhance your ability to understand and create more nuanced content.
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