Hebrew · Common Verbs
לחפש
lechapes
To look for
Beginnerverb
Definition
To try to find something.
Example
אני מחפש את המפתחות שלי.
I am looking for my keys.
Etymology
The verb 'לחפש' (lechapes) comes from the root ח-פ-ש (C-H-P), which means 'to look for.' Its usage aligns with search and inquiry throughout history.
How & Where It’s Used
'לחפש' is commonly used in informal conversations about searching for something and also appears in formal contexts.
Literary Heritage
It is referenced in literature relating to quests and searches for meaning or objects.