forschen
Translation
to research, to investigate
Examples
Er hat lange zu diesem Thema geforscht.
He has researched this topic for a long time.
Es wird nach neuen Heilmitteln geforscht.
New cures are being researched.
Grammar Patterns
((nach+3)) to research sth. He is researching the causes of the disease.
((über+4)) to do research on sth. She is doing research on artificial intelligence.
Similar Words
Synonyms: untersuchen (to examine), studieren (to study).
Etymology
Derived from Old High German 'forscōn', meaning 'to ask, demand'.
Memory Tips
Imagine you are searching 'for' something, which is what research is.