suchen
Translation
to search, to look for, to seek
Examples
Was suchst du hier?
What are you looking for here?
Du suchst immer nach Problemen.
You are always looking for problems.
Grammar Patterns
((sth./sb.)) to look for sth./sb. What are you looking for?
((nach+3)) to search for sth. He is searching for the truth.
Similar Words
finden (to find - antonym), fahnden (to search for, police term)
Etymology
From Old High German 'suohhen', related to the English word 'seek'.
Memory Tips
Think of 'seeking' something. 'Suchen' has a similar sound. 'Suchst' is the form for 'du' (you).