索取

• Pinyin: suǒ qǔ
• Desglose de hanzi: 索 = 糸 + 冖 + 十; 取 = 耳 (ear) + 又 (hand) — originally taking an ear as war trophy

Significado

solicitar; exigir

More assertive than 请求 (request). Often used for demanding documents, information, or materials one has a right to. Can have a slightly negative connotation when used for demanding payment or bribes.

Ejemplos

1. 你可以到前台索取免费的宣传资料。
2. 他被指控利用职权向企业索取好处费。
3. 孩子不能只知道索取，也要学会付出。

Guía de uso

Contexto: official, business, criticism

Tono: assertive

Correcto

• 请向工作人员索取发票。(Please ask the staff for an invoice.)
• 他总是只知道索取。(He only knows how to take.)

Incorrecto

• 对朋友说'我想索取你的帮助' (索取 is too formal/demanding for friendly requests — use 请求 or just 请)

Origen e historia

索 means to seek or demand, 取 means to take or obtain. Together: to demand and obtain.

Contexto cultural

Generación: All ages

Contexto social: Universal