seek
gb/sˈik/ us/sˈik/
B1
Inglés
~ 700
keres, törekszik, kér, kérelmez
VERBO
B1
1
keres
A1
Patrón de uso:
to seek [something]
They are seeking a new apartment in the city.
Új lakást keresnek a városban.
The company is seeking talented engineers to join its team.
A cég tehetséges mérnököket keres a csapatába.
She sought information about her family history.
Ejemplos para estudiantes
I seek a new job.
Új állást keresek.
He seeks help from his teacher.
Segítséget keres a tanáránál.
We seek a place to rest.
Error frecuente:
Learners sometimes confuse 'seek' with 'search'. 'Seek' is more formal and can mean to look for non-physical things (e.g., advice), while 'search' often means physically looking for something.
Significado
try to find something
Colocaciones
seek help
|seek advice
|seek shelter
|seek approval
|seek employment
Sinónimos
search (Often used for physically looking for something, while 'seek' can be broader and more formal.)
Antónimos
ignore (Choosing not to look for or pay attention to something.)
Temas
daily life
|work
|travel
|daily_life
|core_vocabulary
Definición
To try to find something.
To attempt to locate or obtain something by searching or making an effort.
VERBO
B1
2
törekszik
B2
Patrón de uso:
to seek [goal/result]
The organization seeks to improve living conditions for refugees.
A szervezet arra törekszik, hogy javítsa a menekültek életkörülményeit.
He is seeking a promotion at work.
Előléptetésre törekszik a munkahelyén.
They sought peace after years of conflict.
Ejemplos para estudiantes
I seek a better life.
Jobb életre törekszem.
She seeks to win the race.
Arra törekszik, hogy megnyerje a versenyt.
We seek peace in our country.
Error frecuente:
Learners may forget that 'seek' is often followed directly by the object without 'for' (e.g., 'seek help', not 'seek for help').
Significado
try to achieve something
Colocaciones
seek justice
|seek approval
|seek change
|seek peace
Sinónimos
pursue ('Pursue' can imply more active, ongoing effort, while 'seek' can be broader and sometimes formal.)
Antónimos
avoid (To deliberately not attempt to achieve or obtain something.)
Temas
business
|personal development
|core_vocabulary
|work
Definición
To try hard to get or do something you want.
To attempt to obtain or accomplish a goal, aim, or result.
VERBO
B2
FORMAL
3
Patrón de uso:
to seek [permission/approval/help]
You must seek permission before entering the restricted area.
Engedélyt kell kérned, mielőtt belépsz a lezárt területre.
They are seeking approval from the board for the new project.
Jóváhagyást kérnek az igazgatóságtól az új projekthez.
She sought assistance from the embassy.
Ejemplos para estudiantes
We seek permission to enter.
Engedélyt kérünk a belépéshez.
I seek help from the manager.
Segítséget kérek a vezetőtől.
He seeks approval from his boss.
Error frecuente:
Learners sometimes use 'ask' instead of 'seek' in formal writing, which can make the tone too casual.
Significado
formally request something
Colocaciones
seek permission
|seek approval
|seek assistance
Sinónimos
request ('Request' is more common in everyday use; 'seek' sounds more formal or official.)
Antónimos
refuse (To deny a request rather than make one.)
Temas
law
|business
|communication
Definición
To ask for something politely or officially.
To ask for something in an official or formal way.
Gramática
Forma de diccionario
seek
AFI
GB/sˈik/
US/sˈik/
Sílabas y acento
seek (1 sílaba)
Stress on 1st syllable (seek)
Formas de la palabra
Verb
- Base: seek
- 3rd Person Singular: seeks
- Present Participle: seeking
- Past: sought
- Past Participle: sought
Familia de palabras
Aspectos destacados
- Irregular past: sought Verb
- Irregular past participle: sought Verb
Expresiones
seek after
1/sˈik ˈæftɚ/
phrasal verb
formal
try to get something desired
To try to get something that many people want.
Ejemplos
- The award is highly sought after by young scientists.
- He has long sought after a position in the company.
seek medical attention
1/sˈik mˈɛdɪkəl ətˈɛnʃən/
fixed phrase
get professional medical help
To go to a doctor or nurse for help with a health problem.
Ejemplos
- If symptoms persist, seek medical attention immediately.
- He was told to seek medical attention after the accident.
seek out
1/sˈik ˈaʊt/
phrasal verb
find by searching hard
To look for someone or something until you find them or it.
Ejemplos
- He sought out the best local restaurants during his trip.
- You should seek out professional advice before making a decision.
seek refuge
1/sˈik ɹˈɛfjud͡ʒ/
fixed phrase
look for safety from danger
To look for a safe place away from danger or trouble.
Ejemplos
- They sought refuge in a nearby church during the storm.
- Many families sought refuge in shelters during the flood.
- Many people sought refuge abroad during the war.
- They sought refuge from the heat under a large tree.
seek revenge
1/sˈik ɹivˈɛnd͡ʒ/
fixed phrase
try to punish someone back
To try to hurt someone because they hurt you first.
Ejemplos
- He sought revenge on those who betrayed him.
- The main character spends the whole movie seeking revenge for his family’s death.
- She was determined to seek revenge after the insult.
- Rather than seeking revenge, she chose to rebuild her life.
- He left the gang because he was tired of always seeking revenge.