Seek Meaning in English
word
/ˈsik/
seek
/sˈiːk/
seek
Definition
To try to find, get, or achieve something. It is also used in more formal contexts to mean asking for help, advice, or a solution.
Usage & Nuances
More formal than 'look for' in many contexts, especially in writing: 'seek help', 'seek advice', 'seek permission'. Common in news, legal, and official language. 'Seek out' adds the idea of making a special effort to find someone or something.
Spanish: buscar - procurarPortuguese (BR): buscar - procurarPortuguese (PT): procurar - buscarChinese (Simplified): 寻找 - 寻求Chinese (Traditional): 尋找 - 尋求Hindi: खोजना - तलाशना - मांगनाArabic: يسعى إلى - يبحث عنBengali: অনুসন্ধান করা - খোঁজা - চেষ্টা করা (পাওয়া বা অর্জনের জন্য)Russian: искать - стремитьсяJapanese: 求める - 探し求めるVietnamese: tìm kiếm - cố gắng đạt đượcKorean: 찾다 - 추구하다Turkish: aramak - talep etmekUrdu: تلاش کرنا - تلاش میں ہوناIndonesian: mencari - berupaya mendapatkan
Example Sentences
They seek a better life in the city.
basic
You should seek help if you feel sick.
basic
The police seek the missing boy.
basic
If you're not sure what to do, seek advice from someone you trust.
natural
The company is seeking new ways to cut costs without firing people.
natural
I had to seek out a quiet place to take the call.
natural