Verb

auf|suchen

Translation

sought out, visited, consulted

Ich habe den Arzt aufgesucht.

I consulted the doctor.

Er hat oft die Bibliothek aufgesucht.

He often visited the library.

Sie hat bei Freunden Zuflucht aufgesucht.

She sought refuge with friends.

((sb./sth.)) to seek out, visit, consult (sb./sth.) I consulted the doctor.

Synonyms: besuchen, konsultieren; Antonyms: meiden (to avoid), vermeiden (to prevent)

From 'auf' (up, on) and 'suchen' (to seek). Literally 'to seek up' or 'to look up', which leads to visiting or consulting.

Think of 'seeking someone up' in a directory or on a map, which leads you to go and visit them.