verb
to find
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Finden means “to find” and often “to consider” (e.g. ich finde das gut). It is a strong irregular verb (finde – fand – gefunden), non‑reflexive. Uses haben as auxiliary for perfect tenses. No fixed preposition; typical patterns: etwas/ jemanden finden. Imperative forms: finde, findet, finden Sie.
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Sie fanden den Schlüssel, nachdem sie die Tasche noch einmal durchsuchten und unter dem Mantel schauten.
They found the key after they searched the bag once more and looked under the coat.
Ich finde meinen Schlüssel nicht.
I can't find my key.
Hast du eine Stelle gefunden?
Have you found a job?
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imagine discovering a lost key and shouting 'I found it!' — 'finden' = to find
like English 'find' — very similar
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Strong verb (finden — fand — gefunden). Frequently used in many contexts.