Verbs for Questions and Answers

to use words in a question form or tone to get answers from someone

Can you ask him if he'll be at the meeting tomorrow?

a sentence, phrase, or word, used to ask for information or to test someone’s knowledge

Can I ask you a question about the homework?

to ask for information, clarification, or an explanation

I called the customer service hotline to inquire about my order status.

a short test given to students

The teacher gave a surprise quiz at the end of the lesson.

to ask questions in order to seek information or clarification

The customer queried the salesperson about the warranty details before making a purchase.

to ask someone questions in a formal way

During the interview, the panel will catechize the candidates to evaluate their problem-solving skills.

a flat metal structure used for cooking food over an open fire

He placed the steaks on the grill over the campfire.

to answer a question in spoken or written form

She regularly responds promptly to emails from clients.

to say, write, or take action in response to a question or situation

The job interviewee confidently answered all the questions posed by the interviewer.

to answer someone by writing or saying something

I need to reply to the email from my boss.

to go back to someone or something after a separation

After years of being apart, the long-lost friends decided to rejoin for a memorable reunion.

to reply quickly and sharply, often in a clever or aggressive manner

When teased about her cooking skills, she retorted, "Well, at least my food won't cause a kitchen evacuation!"