How do you say "to find" in Japanese?

見つける

mitsukeru

Verb Kanji

In Japanese, "to find" is 見つける (mitsukeru).

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Pronunciation

見つける is written using kanji. Romanised as mitsukeru, it sounds roughly like "mee-tsoo-keh-roo" to an English ear.

Writing and usage

The verb 見つける combines 見 (see) with つける (attach/encounter), depicting the moment eyes land on something hidden.

Example sentence

週末に見つけますつもりです。

Shuumatsu ni mitsukemasu tsumori desu.

I plan to to find this weekend.

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How to remember 見つける

Catching sight of something you were seeking. Picture your eyes finally landing on the object you were searching for.

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Questions about 見つける

How do you pronounce 見つける?

見つける is romanised as mitsukeru. Say it roughly like "mee-tsoo-keh-roo" in English. Each Japanese syllable has even weight, so keep the rhythm steady.

Is 見つける formal or casual?

見つける is a neutral, everyday word that works in both casual and polite speech. The level of formality comes from the sentence structure around it, not from the word itself.

How is 見つける written in Japanese?

見つける is written using kanji. The verb 見つける combines 見 (see) with つける (attach/encounter), depicting the moment eyes land on something hidden..

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