Ask after

Pro Tip 1/3

Caring Gesture

Using 'ask after' shows concern for someone's health or life.

When you were ill, your colleagues were asking after you.

Pro Tip 2/3

Social Politeness

It's a polite way to show interest in someone's family or close ones.

I met John at the party and he asked after your family.

Pro Tip 3/3

Not prying

'Ask after' is not intrusive; it doesn't demand details, just a general update.

She asked after your new job but didn't want to pry.