ruego
“ruego” means “plea” in Spanish. It has 2 different meanings depending on context:
plea, entreaty
Also: request
📝 In Action
Su ruego fue tan sincero que no pude negarme.
B1His plea was so sincere that I couldn't refuse.
Hizo un ruego a las autoridades para que revisaran el caso.
B2He made a request to the authorities to review the case.
En respuesta a mi ruego, la empresa me dio otra oportunidad.
B2In response to my entreaty, the company gave me another chance.
I beg, I plead
Also: I ask (for something)
📝 In Action
Yo ruego por tu salud cada noche.
A2I pray for your health every night.
Te ruego que me escuches antes de decidir.
B1I beg you to listen to me before deciding.
No ruego por cosas materiales, solo por paz.
B2I don't ask for material things, only for peace.
🔄 Conjugations
indicative
present
imperfect
preterite
subjunctive
present
imperfect
✏️ Quick Practice
Quick Quiz: ruego
Question 1 of 2
Which sentence uses 'ruego' as a noun?
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👥 Word Family▼
📚 Etymology▼
The word comes directly from the Latin verb *rogare*, meaning 'to ask, question, or request.' Its meaning evolved in Spanish to emphasize a more serious or fervent type of asking, often related to prayer.
First recorded: Medieval Latin period
Cognates (Related words)
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between 'ruego' and 'petición'?
'Petición' is a standard, neutral word for 'request' or 'petition.' 'Ruego' is much stronger and implies a deep feeling, desperation, or great sincerity, like a heartfelt plea or a prayer.
When do I use 'ruego' (the verb form) versus 'ruegue'?
'Ruego' is the simple 'I' form used for facts ('Yo ruego por ti' - I pray for you). 'Ruegue' is the special form used when expressing wishes or requests about someone else ('Yo le pido que *ruegue* por mí' - I ask him to pray for me).