seeks
word · lemma: seek
/ˈsiks/
seeks
/sˈiːks/
seeks
Definition
Third person singular present of 'seek': to look for, try to find, or attempt to get something.
Usage & Nuances
More formal than 'looks for'. Commonly used in written English, especially in job ads ('seeks an assistant') or formal situations. Often followed by 'to' + verb (seeks to improve). Can sound old-fashioned in casual speech.
Spanish: busca - procuraPortuguese (BR): procura - buscaPortuguese (PT): procura - buscaChinese (Simplified): 寻求 - 寻找Chinese (Traditional): 尋求 - 尋找Hindi: ढूँढ़ता है - खोजता हैArabic: يبحث عن - يسعىBengali: অন্বেষণ করে - খোঁজে - চায়Russian: ищет - стремитсяJapanese: 求めている - 探しているVietnamese: tìm kiếm - mong muốn - cố gắng đạt đượcKorean: 추구한다 - 찾는다Turkish: arar - aramaya çalışırUrdu: تلاش کرتا ہے - ڈھونڈتا ہےIndonesian: mencari - berusaha mendapatkan
Example Sentences
She seeks to improve her language skills before moving abroad.
natural
She seeks advice from her teacher.
basic
He seeks a solution to the problem.
basic
The company seeks new employees.
basic
Everyone seeks happiness in life, but it means something different to each person.
natural
Our company seeks people who are creative and willing to learn.
natural