CEFR B2

inquire

verb

Meaning

To ask for information.

Examples

I need to inquire about the status of my application.
She called to inquire about the advertised job opening.

Synonyms: ask, question, query, interrogate

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inquire (B2)

verb

Pronunciation: /ɪnˈkwaɪər/

Definition

To ask for information.

Examples

I need to inquire about the status of my application.
She called to inquire about the advertised job opening.
The reporter asked to inquire about the company's recent financial performance.

How to Use inquire

inquire about (prepositional phrase): To ask for information about a particular subject or thing. — "She decided to inquire about the new course offerings."
inquire into (prepositional phrase): To formally investigate a matter. — "The board will inquire into the allegations of misconduct."

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