Enquire-Inquire | Commonly Confused Words

Enquire

/ɪnˈkwaɪə/

To ask for information or investigate

I enquired, looking round the room at everyone.'What can I do for you?' he enquired coldly."What old lady?" enquired the King.

/ɪnˈkwaɪə/

To ask for information

The detective will inquire further into the case.Parents often inquire about the school's curriculum.He decided to inquire about the strange noises.

Both inquire and enquire mean to ask a question or seek information.
Inquire is often used in American English, while enquire is more common in British English.
Remember I for Inquire and America, since both start with the letter I.
E for Enquire and England, since both start with the letter E.
Think: Inquire has internal investigations, as in inquiry, while enquire is often external informal questioning.