das Auskunftsersuchen
Translation
request for information, inquiry
Examples
Wir stellen ein offizielles Auskunftsersuchen.
We are making an official request for information.
Das Auskunftsersuchen wurde an die Behörde gesendet.
The request for information was sent to the authority.
Grammar Patterns
to make a request for information ((to sb./sth.)) He made a request for information to the ministry.
Similar Words
Anfrage, Informationsanfrage, Bitte um Auskunft
Etymology
Composed of 'Auskunft' (information) + '-s-' + 'Ersuchen' (formal request), which comes from 'suchen' (to seek).
Memory Tips
Think of it as formally 'seeking' ('suchen') 'information' ('Auskunft'). It's a formal, often written, request.