Editormum's Grammar Guru: Should You Inquire or Enquire?

Tuesday, November 29, 2005

Should You Inquire or Enquire?

This one is very easy if you are an American. In American English, inquire is the preferred form. If you are in Great Britain, however, things get a bit more tricky. Enquire is used of informal questions, but inquire is used of official investigations. Examples: I am going into that pub to enquire... Sign in to see full entry.

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