意味
To get information about something or someone.
文化的背景
In the US, 'finding out' is often linked to 'doing your own research,' a common cultural value. In the UK, 'finding out' can be used in a slightly more reserved way, often involving asking someone politely. In Japanese culture, 'finding out' information directly can sometimes be seen as aggressive; indirect inquiry is preferred. Germans value efficiency; 'finding out' is seen as a necessary step before making a decision.
Focus on the goal
Ask yourself: Am I solving a problem or just getting a fact? If it's a fact, use 'find out'.
Don't over-use
Don't use 'find out' for everything. Use 'learn' or 'discover' to vary your vocabulary.
意味
To get information about something or someone.
Focus on the goal
Ask yourself: Am I solving a problem or just getting a fact? If it's a fact, use 'find out'.
Don't over-use
Don't use 'find out' for everything. Use 'learn' or 'discover' to vary your vocabulary.
Use 'that'
Connecting 'find out' with 'that' makes your sentences sound much more natural and professional.
自分をテスト
Fill in the blank with the correct phrase.
I need to _____ when the meeting starts.
You are seeking information, so 'find out' is correct.
Choose the correct sentence.
Which sentence is correct?
'Figure out' is for problems, 'find out' is for truths.
Complete the dialogue.
A: 'Is the store open?' B: 'I'm not sure, let me _____.'
The object is implied, so no extra words are needed.
Match the situation to the correct verb.
You have a broken watch. You want to know why it stopped.
Troubleshooting a mechanical issue requires 'figure out'.
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練習問題バンク
4 問題I need to _____ when the meeting starts.
You are seeking information, so 'find out' is correct.
Which sentence is correct?
'Figure out' is for problems, 'find out' is for truths.
A: 'Is the store open?' B: 'I'm not sure, let me _____.'
The object is implied, so no extra words are needed.
You have a broken watch. You want to know why it stopped.
Troubleshooting a mechanical issue requires 'figure out'.
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よくある質問
12 問No, that is incorrect. You can say 'find it out' (rare) or 'find out about it'.
It is neutral. It works in almost every situation.
'Learn' can mean studying, while 'find out' is about getting a specific piece of info.
No, use 'find' for objects.
It implies you are learning about a topic, not just one fact.
Yes, it is a separable phrasal verb.
Yes, it shows you are proactive.
Yes, very common.
Sometimes, if you 'find out' someone did something wrong.
Yes, 'I'll find out tomorrow.'
Yes, it is universal across English dialects.
It's two distinct words, but they flow together.
関連フレーズ
Figure out
contrastTo solve a problem
Find out about
similarTo learn general info
Get to the bottom of
similarTo investigate thoroughly
Look into
similarTo investigate
