Meaning
Used to state that one is searching for something.
Cultural Background
In France, it is considered rude to walk up to someone and just say 'Je cherche...'. Always start with 'Bonjour' or 'Excusez-moi'. In Quebec, you might hear 'Je cherche après', which is a regionalism. It is understood but not used in standard French.
Avoid 'pour'
The most common mistake is adding 'pour'. Remember: Chercher = Look for.
Politeness
Always add 'Excusez-moi' before your request to sound like a local.
Meaning
Used to state that one is searching for something.
Avoid 'pour'
The most common mistake is adding 'pour'. Remember: Chercher = Look for.
Politeness
Always add 'Excusez-moi' before your request to sound like a local.
Test Yourself
Complete the sentence.
Je ______ mes lunettes.
Chercher is a direct transitive verb.
Which is correct?
Choose the correct sentence.
No preposition is needed.
Match the search target.
Match: Je cherche...
All are valid direct objects.
Complete the dialogue.
A: Excusez-moi, ___? B: C'est au fond du couloir.
Correct usage of the phrase.
🎉 Score: /4
Visual Learning Aids
Practice Bank
4 exercisesJe ______ mes lunettes.
Chercher is a direct transitive verb.
Choose the correct sentence.
No preposition is needed.
Match each item on the left with its pair on the right:
All are valid direct objects.
A: Excusez-moi, ___? B: C'est au fond du couloir.
Correct usage of the phrase.
🎉 Score: /4
Frequently Asked Questions
6 questionsNo, never. It is a direct transitive verb.
It is neutral and works in all situations.
Use 'Je regarde'.
'Rechercher' is more formal, like 'to research'.
Yes, 'Je cherche mon ami'.
Yes, it is one of the first verbs taught.
Related Phrases
Rechercher
builds onTo research/look up
Trouver
contrastTo find
Regarder
contrastTo look at
