Significado
Effort usually leads to finding what you want.
Contexto cultural
The proverb is often linked to the concept of 'descurcăreala', a survival trait where one finds creative solutions to difficult problems. In the Republic of Moldova, the phrase is used identically, often with a slightly softer pronunciation of the 'j' sound in related words, but the proverb remains a staple of folk wisdom. In this region, the proverb might be used with a more stoic tone, emphasizing the 'work' aspect of the search. Romanians use this as a hashtag (#cinecautagaseste) for travel discoveries or successful DIY projects.
Use it for encouragement
It's the perfect thing to say when a friend is frustrated. It sounds supportive and wise.
Watch the 'ă'
Don't pronounce 'caută' as 'cauta'. The 'ă' is crucial for the 3rd person singular.
Significado
Effort usually leads to finding what you want.
Use it for encouragement
It's the perfect thing to say when a friend is frustrated. It sounds supportive and wise.
Watch the 'ă'
Don't pronounce 'caută' as 'cauta'. The 'ă' is crucial for the 3rd person singular.
The 'Cine... [verb]' pattern
Once you learn this, you can understand dozens of other Romanian proverbs like 'Cine fură azi un ou...'
Irony alert
Be aware that if said with a smirk, it can mean 'you got what you deserved for being nosy'.
Teste-se
Complete the proverb with the correct verb form.
Cine caută ________.
The proverb uses the 3rd person singular present indicative.
Which situation best fits the proverb 'Cine caută găsește'?
Situations:
The proverb emphasizes that effort and searching lead to results.
Complete the dialogue.
A: Nu pot să rezolv acest exercițiu de matematică. B: Mai încearcă, nu renunța! ________.
This is the appropriate proverb for encouragement.
Match the Romanian phrase with its English meaning.
Pairs:
Direct translation match.
🎉 Pontuação: /4
Recursos visuais
Banco de exercicios
4 exerciciosCine caută ________.
The proverb uses the 3rd person singular present indicative.
Situations:
The proverb emphasizes that effort and searching lead to results.
A: Nu pot să rezolv acest exercițiu de matematică. B: Mai încearcă, nu renunța! ________.
This is the appropriate proverb for encouragement.
Combine cada item a esquerda com seu par a direita:
Direct translation match.
🎉 Pontuação: /4
Perguntas frequentes
12 perguntasNot at all! While it's an old proverb, it's used daily by people of all ages in Romania.
Yes, if you are looking for a specific person or a type of person (like a partner), it's very common.
'A căuta' is general searching. 'A cerceta' is more like 'to research' or 'to investigate'. The proverb always uses 'a căuta'.
No, proverbs are usually fixed. Even if you are talking to many people, you say 'Cine caută găsește'.
Yes, it's acceptable in a motivational context, but keep it for less formal internal communications.
Mostly, but it can be used as a warning: if you look for trouble, you will find it.
That would be the more biblical 'Căutați și veți afla'.
In this specific proverb, yes. Changing the verb makes it a different sentence.
In Romanian, 'cine' acts as both 'who' and 'the person who', so 'el' (he) is not needed.
Yes, the sentiment is very similar, though the imagery is different.
No, the proverb specifically emphasizes the act of searching.
Using 'care' instead of 'cine' is the most frequent error for learners.
Frases relacionadas
Cine caută nod în papură
specialized formTo look for flaws where there are none.
Bate și ți se va deschide
similarKnock and it shall be opened to you.
Cine doarme nu prinde pește
similarHe who sleeps doesn't catch fish.
A da de urmă
builds onTo track down / to find the trail.
Norocul și-l face omul
similarMan makes his own luck.
