suchen
seek
Meaning of suchen
versuchen, etwas zu finden oder zu bekommen
to try to find or get
Pronunciation
suchen with English translation
suchen usage examples
Ich suche meine Schlüssel.
I seek my keys.
Wir suchen eine schnelle Lösung.
We seek a quick solution.
suchen synonyms
What's the difference between suchen, aufsuchen, anstreben, ersuchen, ermitteln, verlangen, and sich sehnen
To go to a person, place, or office in order to find them, visit them, or get help; more concrete than general 'seek'.
To aim for or pursue a goal, result, or position; usually about plans, success, or ambitions.
To request something politely and formally; often used in letters, applications, or official language.
To determine or find out facts, especially by investigation, analysis, or checking; closer to 'determine' than 'seek'.
To demand or strongly want something; can be stronger and more forceful than 'seek'.
To politely request or ask for something; usually more formal and courteous than 'bitten'.
To ask again or ask for clarification; it is about getting more information, not searching in general.
Advanced: broader words
To long for something strongly and emotionally; not just to search, but to desire deeply.
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Questions about this word
What does suchen mean?
to try to find or get
How do you pronounce suchen?
suchen is pronounced [ˈzuːxən].
How is suchen used in a sentence?
I seek my keys. Translation: Ich suche meine Schlüssel.
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