How is the word просить translated from Russian to English

English translation
To petition
verb

Подать официальное заявление, особенно к властям.

To make a formal request, especially to an authority.

Examples with “просить”

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  • Студенты подают прошение в школу о продлении перерыва на обед. — Students petition the school for longer lunch breaks.

  • Не могли бы вы помочь мне обратиться в городской совет? — Could you help me to petition the city council?

  • Пожалуйста, подайте прошение о лучших вариантах переработки в нашем сообществе. — Please petition for better recycling options in our community.

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