inquire

4 definitions • 8 examples

to ask for information:

inquire about Shall I inquire about the price of tickets?

[ + question word ] She called to inquire when her car would be ready.

[ + speech ] "Where are we going?" he inquired politely.

to ask for information:

[ I ] Officials from around the country have called to inquire about the program.

[ + question word ] Phil inquired whether I wanted to meet his roommate.

to ask for information:

inquire about sth Most callers are inquiring about train times and ticket prices.

inquire what/whether/why Somebody might inquire whether other opportunities are available.

written on a notice on a building, especially in a shop window, meaning that information can be found inside:

Part-time chef required. Inquire within.