inquiry
/ɪnˈkwaɪəri/ · /ˈɪnkwəri/
CEFR level B2Topic SocietyWord #4110 in the learning path
调查；探究
Definitions
n. a process of investigating facts or seeking knowledge
调查；探究
n. a request for information about something
询问；咨询
Example
My inquiry about the missing parcel received a quick reply.
我询问了丢失包裹的情况，很快就收到了回复。
An independent inquiry into river pollution revealed serious weaknesses in the current system of environmental monitoring.
一项针对河流污染的独立调查揭示了现行环境监测体系的严重缺陷。
Collocations
- public inquiry
- inquiry into
- make an inquiry
- scientific inquiry
Word family
- inquire (v.)
- inquiring (adj.)
Synonyms
- investigation
- enquiry
Usage tip
调查某事用inquiry into；英式enquiry也常指咨询。
FAQ
- What does inquiry mean?
- a process of investigating facts or seeking knowledge a request for information about something
- How is inquiry pronounced?
- UK /ɪnˈkwaɪəri/, US /ˈɪnkwəri/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
