suchen
Translation
searched, looked for, sought
Examples
Ich suchte meinen Schlüssel.
I looked for my key.
Er suchte nach einer Lösung.
He searched for a solution.
Grammar Patterns
((sth./sb.)) to look for sth./sb. Ich suchte meinen Schlüssel.
((nach+3)) to search for sth. Er suchte nach einer Lösung.
Similar Words
Synonyms: fahnden (to search for a criminal); Antonyms: finden (to find)
Etymology
From Old High German 'suohhen'. Cognate with the English word 'seek'.
Memory Tips
'Suchen' sounds a bit like 'seek'. You 'seek' what you are 'suchen' for.