recherchieren
Translation
to research, to investigate
Examples
Der Journalist hat gut recherchiert.
The journalist has researched well.
Sie recherchiert für ihr neues Buch.
She is researching for her new book.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) to research sth. He is researching the background of the case.
((über+4)) to research about sth. She is researching rare animal species.
((nach+3)) to search for sth. He is researching for a solution.
Similar Words
Synonyms: untersuchen (to examine), ermitteln (to investigate)
Etymology
From French 'rechercher' (to seek out). It's composed of 're-' (again) and 'chercher' (to search).
Memory Tips
Think of the English word 'research'. You are 're-searching' for information over and over.