enquire
/ɪnˈkwaɪə/ · /ɪnˈkwaɪr/
CEFR level B2Topic Daily lifeWord #3467 in the learning path
询问；打听
Definitions
v. To ask for information about something.
询问；打听
Example
I called the hotel to enquire about available rooms.
我打电话给酒店，询问是否有空房。
Prospective students should enquire about financial support before deciding which university course best suits their needs.
有意申请的学生应先询问资助情况，再决定哪门大学课程最适合自己。
Collocations
- enquire about prices
- enquire whether
- enquire into a matter
Word family
- enquiry (n.)
- enquirer (n.)
Synonyms
- ask
- inquire
Usage tip
英式常用enquire，美式通常用inquire。
FAQ
- What does enquire mean?
- To ask for information about something.
- How is enquire pronounced?
- UK /ɪnˈkwaɪə/, US /ɪnˈkwaɪr/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
