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nachfragen

to inquire

verb NAHKH-frah-gen Less Common
Communication Speech

Also means

to ask again for clarification

Usage Note

nachfragen means to ask in order to find out more or to follow up: bei jemandem nachfragen. It is separable (fragt nach) and stresses a renewed or probing question. The noun Nachfrage also means demand in an economic sense.

Examples

"Ich frage morgen im Büro nach."

Natural Translation

I'll inquire at the office tomorrow.

Literal Translation

I ask tomorrow in-the office after.

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