探す

sagasu
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/saɡasɯ/
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To look through places or possibilities for something wanted.
Practice using 探す in conversation until it feels natural

Examples

  • 駅の近くで安い部屋を探している。
    I am looking for an affordable room near the station.
  • インターネットで仕事を探します。
    I will look for a job online.
  • 子どもに合う本を探してください。
    Please find a book that suits the child.
  • みんなで新しい店を探した。
    We looked for a new shop together.
  • 庭で四つ葉のクローバーを探した。
    I searched for a four-leaf clover in the garden.

Similar words

求める
探し回る
探し求める

Meanings

Look for something wanted

verb
search
neutral
To try to find a person or thing that suits a need, whether or not it is known to exist yet.

Examples

  • 駅の近くで安い部屋を探している。
    I am looking for an affordable room near the station.
  • みんなで新しい店を探した。
    We looked for a new shop together.
  • インターネットで仕事を探します。
    I will look for a job online.
  • 庭で四つ葉のクローバーを探した。
    I searched for a four-leaf clover in the garden.
  • 子どもに合う本を探してください。
    Please find a book that suits the child.

Similar words

求める
探し回る
探し求める

Etymology

FAQ

What does 探す mean?

To look for something wanted or needed.

How do you read 探す?

It is read さがす, romanized sagasu.

What is the te-form of 探す?

探して.

What is the past form?

探した.

Can 探す be used for a job or room?

Yes. It often means seeking something that meets a need.

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