inquire
verbHow many syllables in inquire?
There are 2 syllables in the word inquire.Divide inquire into syllables:
in · quire
How to pronounce inquire:
Definition of inquire:
- inquire (verb):
- inquire about.
- to seek information (about)
- to put a question seek for information by questioning
Synonyms for inquire:
ask
challenge
communicate
confer with
consult
examine
intercommunicate
interrogate
pry
question
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