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    Enquête (en. Investigation)

    [ɑ̃.kɛt]

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    An investigation or in-depth examination of facts.
    The inquiry revealed crucial information about the case.
    L'enquête a révélé des informations cruciales sur l'affaire.
    The action of collecting data or testimonies.
    An investigation is underway to determine the causes of the accident.
    Une enquête est en cours pour déterminer les causes de l'accident.
    A survey aimed at knowing public opinion.
    The opinion poll showed that the population supports the project.
    L'enquête d'opinion a montré que la population soutient le projet.

    Etymology

    The word 'enquête' comes from the Latin 'inquisita', which means 'inquiry, research'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to conduct an investigation
    To conduct an investigation on a subject.
    faire une enquête
    public inquiry
    Inquiry aimed at gathering public opinion.
    enquête publique
    criminal investigation
    Investigation conducted to solve a crime.
    enquête criminelle

    Related Words

    interrogation
    An act of questioning witnesses or suspects.
    interrogatoire
    testimony
    A statement made by a person about what they have observed.
    témoignage
    file
    A set of documents related to an inquiry.
    dossier

    Slang Meanings

    An informal or unofficial inquiry.
    I conducted a quick inquiry to see what people think.
    J'ai fait une enquête rapide pour voir ce que les gens pensent.
    Using indirect means to obtain information.
    He conducted his own inquiry by researching online.
    Il a mené sa propre enquête en fouillant sur Internet.