How to Pronounce Queries

To pronounce "queries", say QUER-ies — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

7

Letters

QUER-ies

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💡 Tip for remembering “queries”

"queries" has 2 syllables: quer-ies. It rhymes with theories and series, if that helps it stick.

What does queries mean?

noun

  1. A question, an inquiry (US), an enquiry (UK).

    “The teacher answered the student’s query concerning biosynthesis.”

  2. A question mark.

verb

  1. To ask a question.
  2. To ask, inquire.

Hear “queries” in real sentences

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Words that rhyme with queries

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

theoriesseriesweariesceres

Related words

affairsapplicationapplicationsasksclaimsconcernsconsultconsulta

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "queries"?▾

"Queries" has 2 syllables: quer · ies.

What does "queries" mean?▾

Queries: A question, an inquiry (US), an enquiry (UK).

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