How to Pronounce Inquest

To pronounce "inquest", say INQ-uest — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈɪŋkwɛst/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

7

Letters

/ˈɪŋkwɛst/

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💡 Tip for remembering “inquest”

"inquest" has 2 syllables: inq-uest. It rhymes with manifest and crest, if that helps it stick.

What does inquest mean?

noun

  1. A formal investigation, often held before a jury, especially one into the cause of a death
  2. An inquiry, typically into an undesired outcome

Synonyms

inquisition

Words that rhyme with inquest

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

manifestcrestdetestdistressedjestimpressedacquiescedrestchestarrestbequestrequest

Related words

investigativeinvestigatoryinterrogationinquiryinvestigationinvestigateenquiryresearch

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "inquest"?▾

"Inquest" has 2 syllables: inq · uest.

What is the IPA transcription of "inquest"?▾

The IPA transcription of "inquest" is /ˈɪŋkwɛst/.

What does "inquest" mean?▾

Inquest: A formal investigation, often held before a jury, especially one into the cause of a death

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