Indonesian · Common Verbs
mencari
To look for
Beginnerverb
Definition
To try to find something.
Example
Saya mencari kunci saya.
I am looking for my keys.
Etymology
The word 'mencari' derives from the root 'cari', meaning 'to seek' or 'to search'. The prefix 'men-' indicates the act of doing something, thereby forming a transitive verb.
How & Where It’s Used
'Mencari' is used broadly in both spoken and written contexts, suitable for both formal and informal situations. It is often used in everyday conversation as well as in literature.