enquire

American  

[en-kwahyuhr] / ɛnˈkwaɪər /

verb (used with or without object)

enquired, enquiring

1. inquire.

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enquire British  

/ ɪnˈkwaɪə /

verb

1. a variant of inquire

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Usage

What's the difference between enquire and inquire? Enquire and inquire mean the same thing: to ask, to seek information, or to investigate. Enquire is a less common variant of inquire.Their noun forms—enquiry and inquiry—also have the same meanings: a question, an investigation, a request for information, or the process of seeking information.Both inquire and enquire are somewhat formal. Some speakers of British English may use both words, preferring enquire in contexts that are less formal. In the U.S., enquire is rarely used.Here’s an example of enquire used correctly in a sentence.Example: I’m calling to enquire about the open position.Inquire could be used in this sentence in the same exact way.Want to learn more? Read the full breakdown of the difference between enquire and inquire.

Other Word Forms

• enquirer noun
• unenquired adjective
• unenquiring adjective

Example Sentences

And he said he had enquired after the well-being of the two officers involved during police interview.

From BBC

The group has received enquires about ancestors from people living in America, Australia and Germany, as well as closer to home.

From BBC

In a statement on Wednesday, Kongba said displaced citizens stopped the convoy to enquire about its cargo and attacked after the peacekeepers refused to tell them.

From Reuters

Later that day, the boy's minder Hill enquired about the day's takings:

From BBC

Manchester City have money available and have already enquired about several targets.

From BBC