Finnish · Common Verbs
Etsiä
To look for
Beginnerverb
Definition
To try to find something or someone.
Example
Etsin avaimiani.
I am looking for my keys.
Etymology
'Etsiä' originates from the Proto-Uralic word '*etšä' which means 'to search for.' Its usage has evolved over time to encompass general searching behavior across different contexts.
How & Where It’s Used
This verb is commonly used in both spoken and written Finnish, in various registers. It is frequently used in everyday conversation, as well as formal contexts such as academic writing.