索取

• 拼音: suǒ qǔ
• 汉字拆解: 索 = 糸 + 冖 + 十; 取 = 耳 (ear) + 又 (hand) — originally taking an ear as war trophy

含义

To ask for; to demand; to solicit. Implies requesting something one feels entitled to or needs.

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.

例句

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。

用法指南

语境: official, business, criticism

语气: assertive

正确说法

• 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.)

错误说法

• 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)

起源与历史

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

文化背景

世代: All ages

社会背景: Universal