inquirers

[ɪnˈkwaɪərərz]
nounpl: inquirers (already plural; singular: inquirer)
investigadores, pessoas que fazem perguntas, pesquisadores
1. People who ask questions or seek information about something
The inquirers were eager to learn more about the new scientific discovery.
Os investigadores estavam ansiosos para aprender mais sobre a nova descoberta científica.
2. Those who conduct formal investigations or inquiries
The inquirers into the accident determined that mechanical failure was the cause.
Os investigadores do acidente determinaram que a falha mecânica foi a causa.
3. Persons who make formal or official requests for information
Multiple inquirers contacted the company regarding product availability.
Múltiplos interessados contataram a empresa sobre a disponibilidade do produto.
In Brazilian academic and professional contexts, 'investigadores' and 'pesquisadores' are commonly used to refer to inquirers in formal research settings. In American English, the word 'inquirers' is often used in educational contexts to describe students or scholars engaged in active learning and questioning. The term reflects a value placed on curiosity and systematic investigation in both cultures.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
questionersinvestigatorsresearchersaskersseekersexaminers
Antonyms / Antônimos
answerersrespondentsinformants

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
investigadores, pesquisadores
Most common and neutral usage across Brazil
São Paulo
investigadores, interessados
Formal business and academic contexts prefer 'investigadores'
Rio de Janeiro
pesquisadores, pessoas que perguntam
May use more colloquial expressions in casual speech
Portugal
investigadores, inquiridores
Portuguese prefers 'investigadores'; 'inquiridores' is archaic legal term

Related Words

inquireinquiryinvestigationquestionresearchexamine

Related Idioms & Phrases

inquirers of minds
hungry inquirers
persistent inquirers after truth
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