Proszenie

Proszenie is a Polish noun referring to the act of asking for something from someone. It is derived from the verb prosić (to ask, to request) with the -enie suffix, and is closely related to the more common noun prośba (a request). Proszenie emphasizes the process or act of asking rather than the request as a concrete object.

Usage and nuance: In everyday usage, proszenie appears in contexts such as “proszenie o pomoc” (the act of asking for help) or “proszenie o łaskę” (a petition for grace). In formal writing, prośba is often preferred because it foregrounds the request itself, while proszenie can carry a more performative or procedural sense. The tone of proszenie can range from neutral to slightly formal or old-fashioned, depending on context and style.

Examples and contexts: Proszenie is common in discussions about social etiquette, negotiations, or religious and historical texts where petitions or appeals are described. It can convey humility or urgency, particularly when the appeal is sincere or persistent.

Relation to related terms: The closest synonym is prośba, which designates the request as a thing or statement rather than the act of asking. The verb form is prosić; related nouns include prośba and, in some contexts, phrases like proszenie o coś.

See also: Prośba, Prosić.