To actively search for and find something, especially information or an item.
Word in 30 Seconds
- Actively search for something or information.
- Used for looking up data, items, or people.
- More specific than '找' (zhǎo).
Overview
查找 (cházhǎo) 是一个非常常用的动词，表示“寻找”或“搜索”。它强调的是一个主动的过程，即通过一定的方法或途径去发现、找到所需的信息、物品或人。这个词在日常生活中使用频率很高，无论是查找资料、查找物品还是查找信息，都可以用到它。
查找通常用来指代有目的性的搜索行为。它可以接名词作为宾语，表示要查找的具体对象。例如：查找资料、查找文件、查找联系方式、查找答案等。有时也可以不接宾语，但语境中通常能明确知道要查找什么。
**找 (zhǎo)**
“找”是一个更广泛的词，可以表示寻找、会面、给予等多种意思。在表示“寻找”时，“找”比“查找”更口语化，也更笼统。例如，“我找不到我的钥匙了” (I can't find my keys)。而“查找”则更侧重于有系统、有目的的搜索过程，例如“查找资料”。
**搜索 (sōusuǒ)**
“搜索”通常指在计算机、互联网或数据库中进行信息检索，或者指用搜查的方式寻找。它比“查找”更偏向于技术性或系统性的搜索，尤其是在数字环境中。例如，“搜索网页”、“搜索证据”。
**寻觅 (xúnmì)**: “寻觅”带有更强的文学色彩，表示寻找、探求，常用于寻找珍贵、难得或有意义的东西，如“寻觅知音”、“寻觅美食”。它比“查找”更含蓄、更富感情色彩。
总结来说，“查找”是“找”的一个更具体、更主动、更有目的性的表现形式，尤其在信息检索和系统性搜索方面，它与“搜索”相似但更日常化，而与“寻觅”相比则更显朴实和直接。
Examples
请帮我查找一下这个单词的意思。
everydayPlease help me look up the meaning of this word.
研究人员正在查找相关的历史文献。
academicResearchers are searching for related historical documents.
我在网上查找了很多关于旅行的信息。
everydayI searched for a lot of information about traveling online.
他花了很长时间才查找到了丢失的文件。
everydayIt took him a long time to find the lost file.
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
查找资料
look up/search for information/data
查找原因
look for the reason
查找漏洞
look for loopholes/vulnerabilities
Often Confused With
'找' is a more general term for 'to find' or 'to look for'. '查找' implies a more systematic or in-depth search, especially for information.
'搜索' often refers to digital searching (like on the internet) or a thorough investigation/search. '查找' is broader and can apply to physical searching as well.
Grammar Patterns
How to Use It
Usage Notes
1. '查找' is a versatile verb used in both spoken and written Chinese. 2. It implies an active process of seeking, often requiring some effort. 3. It is commonly used when referring to looking for information, data, documents, or specific items.
Common Mistakes
1. Using '查找' when a simple '找' (zhǎo) would suffice in casual conversation. 2. Confusing '查找' with '搜索' (sōusuǒ), which often implies more technical or digital searching. 3. Forgetting that '查找' is a verb and needs to be followed by a noun or implied object.
Tips
Active Search Verb
Remember '查找' implies an active and intentional search process, not just passive finding.
Distinguish from '找'
Avoid using '查找' for simple, casual finding; '找' is often more appropriate in informal contexts.
Information Age Tool
In today's digital world, '查找' is frequently used when referring to searching online databases, websites, or using search engines.
Word Origin
The word '查找' combines '查' (chá), meaning to examine, inspect, or investigate, and '找' (zhǎo), meaning to look for or seek. The combination emphasizes a deliberate and often methodical process of searching.
Cultural Context
In Chinese culture, diligence in seeking knowledge and information is valued. The act of '查找' reflects this proactive approach to learning and problem-solving.
Memory Tip
Think of '查找' as 'search and find'. The character '查' (chá) means to investigate or examine, and '找' (zhǎo) means to look for. Together, they emphasize the investigative aspect of searching.
Frequently Asked Questions
4 questions“查找”更强调有目的、有系统地去搜索，通常需要付出一定的努力去寻找信息或物品。而“找”则是一个更笼统的词，可以表示寻找、会面等多种意思，更口语化，不一定有明确的搜索过程。
当你需要主动去搜索、研究或者寻找特定的信息、文件、物品时，就可以用“查找”。例如，查找资料、查找地址、查找联系人等。
可以。例如，“查找失踪人口”或“查找某位老朋友”。但如果只是日常生活中偶然遇到某人，用“找”更常见，如“我去找你”。
“搜索”通常指在电子设备、网络或数据库中进行信息检索，或者指搜查。而“查找”更广泛，可以指任何形式的寻找，不一定局限于电子设备，更偏向于日常和信息获取。
Test Yourself
我需要______关于这个课题的资料。
这里需要一个表示主动搜索的动词，‘查找’最符合语境。
你能帮我______一下这个地址吗？
询问对方帮忙进行一个有目的的搜索动作，‘查找’比‘找’更具体，‘搜索’在此语境下略显技术化。
请用“查找”和“信息”组成一个句子。
这是一个完整的陈述句，主语+谓语+宾语结构。
Score: /3
Summary
To actively search for and find something, especially information or an item.
- Actively search for something or information.
- Used for looking up data, items, or people.
- More specific than '找' (zhǎo).
Active Search Verb
Remember '查找' implies an active and intentional search process, not just passive finding.
Distinguish from '找'
Avoid using '查找' for simple, casual finding; '找' is often more appropriate in informal contexts.
Information Age Tool
In today's digital world, '查找' is frequently used when referring to searching online databases, websites, or using search engines.
Examples
4 of 4请帮我查找一下这个单词的意思。
Please help me look up the meaning of this word.
研究人员正在查找相关的历史文献。
Researchers are searching for related historical documents.
我在网上查找了很多关于旅行的信息。
I searched for a lot of information about traveling online.
他花了很长时间才查找到了丢失的文件。
It took him a long time to find the lost file.
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