Dictionary
English - Finnish
Seek
sik
Extremely common
600 - 700
600 - 700
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000. This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000. This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
etsiä, hakea, tavoitella, kysyä
Seek meanings in Finnish
etsiä
Example:
I need to seek help with my homework.
Minun täytyy etsiä apua kotitehtävieni kanssa.
She seeks knowledge in every opportunity.
Hän etsii tietoa jokaisesta mahdollisuudesta.
Usage: formal/informalContext: Used when looking for information, assistance, or resources.
Note: This is the most common translation and can be used in various contexts.
hakea
Example:
He is seeking a job in the city.
Hän hakee työtä kaupungista.
They seek to find a solution to the problem.
He hakevat ratkaisua ongelmaan.
Usage: formal/informalContext: Used when applying for something or trying to obtain a specific outcome.
Note: This term is often used in contexts involving applications or requests.
tavoitella
Example:
She seeks to achieve her dreams.
Hän tavoittelee unelmiensa saavuttamista.
They seek success in their careers.
He tavoittelevat menestystä urallaan.
Usage: formalContext: Used in contexts where one is pursuing goals or aspirations.
Note: This term is more formal and is often used in motivational or aspirational contexts.
kysyä
Example:
I will seek clarification on this matter.
Aion kysyä selvitystä tästä asiasta.
He seeks answers to his questions.
Hän kysyy vastauksia kysymyksiinsä.
Usage: informalContext: Used when asking for information or clarification.
Note: This meaning is more casual and often used in everyday conversations.
Seek's synonyms
search
To search means to look for something or someone carefully and thoroughly.
Example: She decided to search for a new job.
Note: Seek is more formal and general, while search implies a more focused and thorough effort.
hunt
To hunt means to actively look for something or someone, often with determination or persistence.
Example: The detective had to hunt for clues to solve the mystery.
Note: Hunt is more intense and implies a sense of pursuit compared to seek.
pursue
To pursue means to follow or chase after something in order to achieve a goal.
Example: She decided to pursue her passion for art.
Note: Pursue suggests a more active and determined effort compared to seek.
look for
To look for means to try to find something by searching or seeking.
Example: I need to look for my keys before leaving the house.
Note: Look for is a more casual and everyday expression compared to seek.
Seek expressions, common phrases
Seek out
To actively look for or search for something or someone, often with the intention of finding or discovering them.
Example: She seeks out new challenges in her career.
Note: Adding 'out' emphasizes the action of actively searching or pursuing something.
Seek help
To ask for or request assistance or support from someone when needed.
Example: If you're feeling overwhelmed, don't hesitate to seek help from a counselor.
Note: In this context, 'seek help' implies reaching out for aid or guidance from others.
Seek advice
To ask for or request guidance, suggestions, or recommendations from others, especially those with knowledge or expertise.
Example: Before making a decision, it's wise to seek advice from someone experienced in the matter.
Note: Similar to 'seek help,' 'seek advice' involves seeking insights or recommendations from others.
Seek shelter
To look for a place of protection or safety, typically from danger, harsh weather, or other threats.
Example: As the storm approached, the hikers sought shelter in a nearby cave.
Note: In this case, 'seek shelter' emphasizes the act of finding a secure place for protection.
Seek revenge
To try to retaliate against someone who has wronged you, often with the aim of inflicting harm or retribution.
Example: Rather than seeking revenge, she chose to forgive and move on.
Note: Seeking revenge implies a desire to get back at someone for a perceived offense or injustice.
Seek approval
To look for acceptance, validation, or permission from others regarding one's actions, choices, or behavior.
Example: Some individuals constantly seek approval from others to validate their self-worth.
Note: 'Seek approval' entails wanting recognition or validation from others for one's actions or decisions.
Seek vengeance
To pursue revenge or retribution, often in a violent or extreme manner, against those who have caused harm or wrongdoing.
Example: The character in the movie sought vengeance for the murder of his family.
Note: 'Seek vengeance' suggests a strong desire for retaliation, often involving a quest for justice through force or retribution.
Seek everyday (slang) expressions
On the lookout
To be actively searching or seeking for something.
Example: I'm on the lookout for a new job.
Note: Uses a more casual and informal language compared to 'seek'.
Hunt down
To search intensively and thoroughly for something.
Example: We need to hunt down the best deal for our vacation.
Note: Conveys a sense of urgency and determination in the search.
Scouring
To search thoroughly or meticulously for something.
Example: She's scouring the internet for rare collectibles.
Note: Implies a detailed and exhaustive search process.
Chase after
To pursue or seek something actively and persistently.
Example: I've been chasing after that promotion for months.
Note: Conveys a sense of ongoing pursuit and effort in obtaining the desired goal.
Track down
To locate or find something after a search or pursuit.
Example: We finally tracked down the missing keys in the living room.
Note: Emphasizes the process of following a trail or clues to find the target.
Prowl for
To search or look around in a predatory manner.
Example: He's prowling for good deals at the mall.
Note: Creates a playful or adventurous tone in the search activity.
Fish for
To seek or attempt to elicit something indirectly through hints or actions.
Example: She's fishing for compliments with that new haircut.
Note: Carries a connotation of seeking something through subtle or strategic means.
Seek - Examples
I seek knowledge and understanding.
Etsin tietoa ja ymmärrystä.
She is seeking a new job.
Hän etsii uutta työpaikkaa.
They seek adventure and excitement.
He etsivät seikkailua ja jännitystä.
Seek grammar
Seek - Verb (Verb) / Verb, base form (Verb, base form)
Lemma: seek
Conjugations
Verb, past tense (Verb, past tense): sought
Verb, past participle (Verb, past participle): sought
Verb, gerund or present participle (Verb, gerund or present participle): seeking
Verb, 3rd person singular present (Verb, 3rd person singular present): seeks
Verb, base form (Verb, base form): seek
Verb, non-3rd person singular present (Verb, non-3rd person singular present): seek
Syllables, Separation and Stress
seek Contains 1 syllables: seek
Phonetic transcription: ˈsēk
seek , ˈsēk (The red syllable is stressed)
Seek - Importance and usage frequency
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000.
seek: 600 - 700 (Extremely common).
This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
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