How to Pronounce Inquiry

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

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Syllables

7

Letters

/ɪnˈkwaɪəɹi/

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💡 Tip for remembering “inquiry”

"inquiry" has 2 syllables: inq-uiry. It rhymes with spiry and diary, if that helps it stick.

What does inquiry mean?

noun

  1. The act of inquiring; a seeking of information by asking questions; interrogation; a question or questioning.
  2. Search for truth, information, or knowledge; examination of facts or principles; research; investigation

    “Scientific inquiry”

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Words that rhyme with inquiry

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spirydiaryexpiryireyquiryryrieshireytirey

Related words

enquiryqueryquestionresearchinterrogationinquirequestioningquerying

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "inquiry"?▾

"Inquiry" has 2 syllables: inq · uiry.

What is the IPA transcription of "inquiry"?▾

The IPA transcription of "inquiry" is /ɪnˈkwaɪəɹi/.

What does "inquiry" mean?▾

Inquiry: The act of inquiring; a seeking of information by asking questions; interrogation; a question or questioning.

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