How to Pronounce "inquire for"
expression
ˌɪnˈkwaɪɹ/ /ˈfɔɹ/, /fɝ/, /fɹɝ
in-KWY-ur FOR or FUR
ɪnkwˈaɪə/ /fˈɔː
in-KWY-uh FAW
Definition
'Inquire for' means to ask about the availability or whereabouts of someone or something, usually in a polite or formal way.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˌɪnˈkwaɪɹ/ /ˈfɔɹ/, /fɝ/, /fɹɝ
British English
ɪnkwˈaɪə/ /fˈɔː
Simplified Pronunciation
US
in-KWY-ur FOR or FUR
UK
in-KWY-uh FAW
Listen in Context
You can inquire for lost items at the front desk.
When you arrive, inquire for Mr. Lee.
Visitors often inquire for directions at this office.
If you get lost in the building, just inquire for the information desk.