Querry, Query, Querries or Queries: Which is Correct?

• "Querry" is the incorrect spelling of "query."
• A "query" is a request for information or an inquiry, typically posed as a question, used in various contexts such as databases, search engines, or general communication.
• "Querries" is the incorrect spelling of "queries."
• "Queries" is the plural form of "query."

Query

Part of speech: Noun & Verb

Plural form: Queries

Noun

• a question or request for information.
  • Example: The customer had a query about the return policy.
• a formal request for action or information, typically made in writing.
  • Example: The lawyer submitted a query to the court.
• a search for information, especially using a database or search engine.
  • Example: The research team ran a query to analyze the data.

Verb

• to ask a question or request information.
  • Example: She queried the librarian about the author's biography.
• to search for information, especially using a database or search engine.
  • Example: He queried the database for information on climate change.

In this graph, we can see that the use of the correct spellings "query" and "queries" far exceed the uses of "querries" and "querry". Both "query" and "queries" followed the same trajectory in use; they were both used in consistent amounts from 1800s to 1980s, and then experienced a peak in the 2000s. Their use has been experiencing a decrease since this peak.

How do we pronounce query and queries?

In American English, we pronounce "query" as kwee·ree, and "queries" as kwee·reez.

In British English, we pronounce "query" as kweeuh·ree and "queries" as kweeuh·reez.

Why does the misspelling of query as querry and queries as querries occur?

1. Doubling letters for emphasis:

• Some people might mistakenly believe that adding an extra "r" or "e" emphasizes the sound or importance of the word, leading to "querry" and "querries."

2. Limited exposure to the correct spelling:

• If someone encounters "query" primarily in spoken language or informal writing, they might not have enough exposure to the correct spelling to solidify it in their memory.

4. Influence of other words:

• Words like "quarry" or "guarantee" with double "r"s or "e"s might subconsciously influence someone to spell "query" incorrectly.

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Other misspellings of query and queries

Below are other common misspellings of "query" and "queries."  

For "query":

• Querey
• Quri
• Qwory
• Quiry

For "queries":

• Querieses
• Queriies
• Quorys
• Querees

Example sentences for the misuse of the word query as querry

Below are example sentences highlighting that "querry” is an incorrect spelling.

1. The correct spelling is "query," not "querry."
2. There seems to be a spelling error; it should be "query," not "querry."
3. I believe you might have mistyped it; the accurate spelling is "query," not "querry."
4. Please note the correct spelling is "query," and not with an additional "e" as in "querry."
5. Just to clarify, the proper spelling is "query," without the extra "e" seen in "querry."

Example sentences for the misuse of the word queries as querries

Below are example sentences highlighting that "querries” is an incorrect spelling.

1. The correct spelling is "queries," not "querries."
2. It appears there might be a spelling mistake; the accurate term is "queries," not "querries."
3. Please be aware that the correct spelling is "queries," and not with an additional "r" as in "querries."
4. I believe there's a slight error in spelling; it should be "queries," not "querries."
5. Just to clarify, the proper spelling is "queries," without the extra "r" seen in "querries."

Example sentences for query

1. She submitted a query to the database to retrieve specific information about the company's sales figures.
2. When faced with a complex problem, he decided to formulate a detailed query to gather more insights.
3. The librarian patiently assisted the student with her research by helping her construct effective queries for the library catalog.
4. Before finalizing the report, the analyst ran a thorough query to ensure the accuracy of the financial data.
5. Users often enter search queries into search engines to find relevant information on the internet.

Example sentences for queries

1. The system processed numerous user queries simultaneously, delivering search results in a matter of seconds.
2. Customers often submit queries to the support team regarding product features, troubleshooting, and general inquiries.
3. The analyst reviewed the database queries to identify any patterns or anomalies in the data.
4. The IT specialist addressed a series of queries from employees experiencing technical issues with their computers.
5. Researchers conducted surveys to gather responses to specific queries related to consumer preferences and buying behavior.

Synonyms for query and queries

Synonyms for query

1. Question
2. Inquiry
3. Interrogation
4. Investigation
5. Request for information

Synonyms for queries

1. Questions
2. Inquiries
3. Interrogations
4. Investigations
5. Requests for information

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Definition of QUERIES

question, inquiry; a question in the mind : doubt; question mark… See the full definition

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