Ask In - Common Phrasal verbs

source: Twominute English       2013年4月22日
'Ask in' is a phrasal verb used to invite somebody into your house, office, room etc. It is specifically used to invite someone inside some place.
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0:07 In this lesson, we will study how to use ‘ask in.’
0:16 ‘Ask in’ is a phrasal verb used to invite somebody into your house, office, room etc.
0:23 That’s right Teddy. It is specifically used to invite someone inside some place.
0:29 Why don’t you share an example of ‘ask in’ with us, Rex?
0:34 Sure Teddy. Don't leave him standing on the doorstep – ask him in!
0:39 That’s a good example. And here is another one: I asked my new neighbours in for a cup of tea.
0:47 That’s right Teddy. I think the meaning of ‘ask in’ is quite clear now. Let’s see some sample conversations.
1:00 The insurance agent is at the door. He wants your signature on some form.
1:06 Please ask him in. I’ll be there in a minute.
1:09 Do you want me to stay home?
1:12 It’s alright. I know you have a lot to do. You can go. I’ll handle it.
1:16 Alright. He is sitting downstairs. Don’t make him wait for too long.
1:26 Are you going out somewhere?
1:28 Yes, I have an important meeting today. Why do you ask?
1:33 I’ve asked our new neighbours in for a cup of coffee. I thought you would join us.
1:38 I’m sorry honey. I won’t be able to join you guys today. You should’ve talked to me in advance before asking them in. .
1:46 You’re right. Just try to come back soon, if possible.
1:55 There’s someone standing at the main gate. Do you know him?
1:58 That guy has come from my office to get some important files.
2:04 You should have asked him in. Why did you keep him waiting outside? It’s so cold!
2:09 I asked him in, but he declined. He should be in a hurry.
2:15 Alright. You’d better find the files soon then.
2:21 Don't leave him standing on the doorstep – ask him in!
2:30 I asked my new neighbours in for a cup of tea.
2:40 Please ask him in. I’ll be there in a minute.
2:48 You should’ve talked to me in advance before asking them in.
2:57 You should have asked him in. Why did you keep him waiting outside?
3:05 I asked him in, but he declined.

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