How to Pronounce Query

To pronounce "query", say QUERY — one syllable, IPA /ˈkwɪə.ɹi/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Letters

/ˈkwɪə.ɹi/

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💡 Tip for remembering “query”

"query" is a single-syllable word — say it in one clean beat. It rhymes with peery and cieri, if that helps it stick.

What does query 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.

Words that rhyme with query

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

peerycierikashmiripearypieriseery

Related words

enquiryinquiryquestioninquireenquireaskinterrogateinterrogation

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "query"?▾

"Query" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "query"?▾

The IPA transcription of "query" is /ˈkwɪə.ɹi/.

What does "query" mean?▾

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

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