Erbitte

"Erbitte" is a German verb that translates to "to request" or "to ask for" in English. It is a regular, weak verb, which means its past tense and past participle are formed by adding "-te" to the stem. The verb "erbitten" is used to express the act of formally asking someone for something, often with a sense of politeness or formality. For example, "Ich habe um eine Auszeit erbitten" translates to "I have requested a break."

The verb "erbitten" can also be used in a more general sense to mean "to obtain" or "to acquire," often through formal or official channels. For instance, "Er hat die Erlaubnis erbitten, später zu gehen" means "He requested permission to leave later."

In its reflexive form, "sich erbitten," the verb is used to express the idea of "to be requested" or "to be asked for." For example, "Dieser Dienst wird nicht erbitten" translates to "This service is not requested."

The verb "erbitten" is part of the German language and is used in various contexts, from formal requests to official permissions. Its usage reflects the German emphasis on politeness and formality in communication.