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How to pronounce:
inquire
Phonetic Transcription:
ɪnˈkwaɪə
Examples:
You should inquire with the school of your choice to ask about transferability.
I had to inquire about the paper.
Then a commission was issued to inquire into the truth of the suggestion.
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Common mistakes of inquire pronunciation
- Misplacing the stress: Many people incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "in-ˈkwī(ə)r". The correct pronunciation is "ˈɪnˌkwaɪər" (US) or "ɪnˈkwaɪə" (UK). Tip: Remember to emphasize the first syllable.
- Dropping the second syllable: Some speakers may simplify "inquire" to "ˈɪnkwər", omitting the "aɪ" sound. This can lead to misunderstandings. Tip: Ensure you pronounce both syllables clearly.
- Confusing with "require": It's common to mix up "inquire" with "require", pronouncing them similarly. "Inquire" is "ˈɪnˌkwaɪər" (US) and "ɪnˈkwaɪə" (UK), while "require" is "rɪˈkwaɪər" (US) and "rɪˈkwaɪə" (UK). Tip: Focus on the initial sound to differentiate.
- Mispronouncing the vowel sound: Some may say "in-ˈkwɛɪr", using the wrong vowel sound. The correct pronunciation is "ˈɪnˌkwaɪər" (US) or "ɪnˈkwaɪə" (UK). Tip: Pay attention to the "aɪ" diphthong in the second syllable.
- Forgetting the "r" sound: Occasionally, speakers neglect the "r" at the end, saying "in-ˈkwaɪ". The full pronunciation is "ˈɪnˌkwaɪər" (US) or "ɪnˈkwaɪə" (UK). Tip: Always articulate the final "r" to complete the word.