A1verb 1K

Find

🇬🇧 UK /["/faɪnd/","/faɪndz/","/faʊnd/","/ˈfaɪndɪŋ/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/faɪnd/","/faɪndz/","/faʊnd/","/ˈfaɪndɪŋ/"]/

Meaning of Find

to discover somebody/something unexpectedly or by chance

In simple words: to discover something or someone

Find in a sentence

• I need to find my keys before we leave.
• Can you find the answer to this question?
• She always tries to find a solution to every problem.
• I can find that book at the library.
• They hope to find a way to improve their project.
• He managed to find a new job after several applications.

How to use Find

Use 'find' in everyday situations when you locate something, like your keys. Avoid using it in very formal writing; instead, consider 'discover' or 'locate'.

Grammar pattern

find + object

Memory hint

Think of a treasure hunt—when you 'find' treasure, you discover something valuable.

Related words

Collocations with Find

• find a solution
• find the truth
• find your way
• find common ground
• find something interesting

Synonyms for Find

• locate
• discover
• unearth
• identify
• determine

Opposites of Find

• lose
• misplace

Common mistakes with Find

• Confused with 'find out' which means to learn information
• Using the wrong preposition like 'find with' instead of 'find by'
• Incorrectly using it in past tense, forgetting the 'found'

Frequently asked questions about Find

What does Find mean?

to discover something or someone

What is the definition of Find?

to discover somebody/something unexpectedly or by chance

How do you use Find in a sentence?

I need to find my keys before we leave.

Can you give another example of Find?

Can you find the answer to this question?

What are synonyms for Find?

Common alternatives include locate, discover, unearth, identify, determine.

What is the opposite of Find?

Opposite meanings include lose, misplace.

What words go with Find?

It commonly pairs with find a solution, find the truth, find your way, find common ground, find something interesting.

What are common mistakes when using Find?

Confused with 'find out' which means to learn information Using the wrong preposition like 'find with' instead of 'find by' Incorrectly using it in past tense, forgetting the 'found'

How do you pronounce Find?

US: /["/faɪnd/","/faɪndz/","/faʊnd/","/ˈfaɪndɪŋ/"]/, UK: /["/faɪnd/","/faɪndz/","/faʊnd/","/ˈfaɪndɪŋ/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Find?

Use 'find' in everyday situations when you locate something, like your keys. Avoid using it in very formal writing; instead, consider 'discover' or 'locate'.

What CEFR level is Find?

"Find" is at A1 level on the CEFR scale.