Definitions and Examples of question, inquiry
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
An expression of inquiry that invites or seeks information.
Example
Do you have any questions about the lesson?
A request for information or investigation into a matter.
Example
The company received an inquiry from a potential customer about their product.
Key Differences: question vs inquiry
- 1Question is a direct request for information, while comment is an expression of opinion or reaction.
- 2Inquiry is a more formal request for information or investigation into a matter, while comment is a more casual expression of opinion.
Effective Usage of question, inquiry
- 1In Academic Settings: Use question and inquiry in academic discussions to seek clarification or gather information.
- 2In Customer Service: Use question and inquiry to respond to customer inquiries and requests for information.
- 3In Social Settings: Use comment to express opinions or reactions in casual conversations with friends and family.
Remember this!
The antonyms of comment are question and inquiry. Use question to directly request information and inquiry to formally investigate a matter. Use comment to express opinions or reactions in casual conversations.