pedir
Irregular (d -> ç in 1st person) Level A1 ⭐ #18 Most CommonEnglish translation: to ask for / to order / to request
Presente (Present)
Asking or ordering currently (peço)
| Subject Pronoun | Conjugation | Audio |
|---|---|---|
| eu | peço | |
| tu | pedes | |
| ele/ela/você | pede | |
| nós | pedimos | |
| vós | pedis | |
| eles/elas/vocês | pedem |
- Eu peço uma mesa para duas pessoas, por favor. — I ask for a table for two people, please.
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Frequently Asked Questions: PEDIR
Is "pedir" a regular or irregular verb in Portuguese? ▾
"pedir" is classified as a Irregular (d -> ç in 1st person) verb in Portuguese. Its characteristic conjugation pattern is "eu peço, tu pedes, ele pede / preterite: pediu / subj: peça". Stem changes d -> ç in 1st person singular present (eu peço) and throughout present subjunctive (peça). Use 'pedir para + infinitive' for requesting someone to do something.
What does "pedir" mean in English? ▾
In English, "pedir" translates primarily to "to ask for / to order / to request". In natural speech, it is commonly used across CEFR level A1 contexts for everyday communication.
What is the most frequent mistake learners make with "pedir"? ▾
A frequent error is saying "Eu pedo uma xícara de café." instead of "Eu peço uma xícara de café.". Why? 1st person present of pedir is irregular: 'eu peço', never *pedo.
What are common idioms or expressions with "pedir"? ▾
A popular idiom is "Pedir desculpa" which means "To apologize / say sorry" (e.g. "Ele pediu desculpas pelo atraso.").
How can I practice and memorize "pedir" conjugations? ▾
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