erforschen
Translation
to research, to explore, to investigate
Examples
Wissenschaftler erforschen das Universum.
Scientists research the universe.
Sie erforschte die Ursachen der Krankheit.
She investigated the causes of the disease.
Wir müssen neue Märkte erforschen.
We have to explore new markets.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) to research/explore sth. He is researching the history of the city.
Similar Words
untersuchen, studieren, analysieren
Etymology
From the prefix 'er-' (indicating a thorough process) + 'forschen' (to do research). It implies a deep and comprehensive investigation.
Memory Tips
While 'forschen' is general research, 'erforschen' has a stronger sense of exploring the unknown, like space, the deep sea, or the cause of a new disease.