Meaning of the word enquiry in English

What does enquiry mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

enquiry

US /ˈɪn.kwə.ri/

UK /ˈɪn.kwə.ri/

an act of asking for information

Example:

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I made an enquiry about the job vacancy.

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The customer's enquiry was handled promptly.

Synonym:

query question request

an official investigation

Example:

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The police opened an enquiry into the suspicious death.

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The government ordered a public enquiry into the scandal.

Synonym:

investigation probe inquest

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