Inquire
7 lettersverbcommonUpdated June 2026
Definition
To ask for information or seek knowledge about something; to investigate or make a formal query. It represents the act of questioning or researching.
“Please inquire at reception about available room upgrades.”
Pronunciation
IPA
/ɪnˈkwaɪə/
Syllables
in·quire
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Wordle
Contains three vowels I-U-I-E; Q requires U following
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Scrabble
Worth 16 points; the Q (10 points) makes this very valuable
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