When to use to request in Korean

When to use it

요청하다 (to request) means to politely ask for something, help, or an action. You use it when you want another person or place to do something for you. It is common in daily life, at school, in stores, and when traveling.

Example sentences

1. 선생님께 도움을 요청했어요.

   I requested help from the teacher.

2. 관리실에 수리를 요청했어요.

   I requested a repair from the building office.

3. 가게 직원에게 큰 사이즈를 요청했어요.

   I asked the store clerk for a bigger size.

4. 경찰에게 길 안내를 요청했어요.

   I asked the police officer for directions.

5. 호텔에 아침 일찍 택시를 요청했어요.

   I requested a taxi early in the morning from the hotel.

6. 친구에게 사진을 보내 달라고 요청했어요.

   I requested that my friend send me the photo.