enquiry

noun B2

Meaning

An enquiry is a request for information or an investigation into a particular matter, often conducted in a formal context.
💡 A common mistake is to confuse "enquiry" with "inquiry," where "enquiry" is often used in British English and "inquiry" in American English.

Example Sentences

Can I make an enquiry about your return policy ?
I made an enquiry about the train times at the station .
I sent an enquiry about the product's availability yesterday .

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