Meaning and Usage
The verb 乞求 (qǐqiú) means to beg or plead earnestly for something, often implying a strong emotional appeal or desperation. It is more intense than simply asking and usually involves a request for help, mercy, or a favor.
Common Contexts
乞求 is often used in situations where someone is imploring another person for something important, such as forgiveness, assistance, or permission. It can appear in both formal and informal contexts but tends to carry a serious or emotional tone.
Collocations and Patterns
- 乞求帮助 (qǐqiú bāngzhù): to beg for help
- 乞求宽恕 (qǐqiú kuānshù): to plead for forgiveness
- 乞求原谅 (qǐqiú yuánliàng): to beg for pardon
These collocations emphasize the earnestness and urgency of the request.
Nuances
Using 乞求 often implies a power imbalance where the speaker is in a vulnerable position. It is stronger than 求 (to ask) and less formal than some legal or official terms for requesting. Avoid using it for casual or polite requests to prevent sounding overly desperate or dramatic.