探る
さぐる
saguru
VocabularyLevel 61 - JLPT N2
Quick answer
探る (さぐる (saguru)) means "to feel around for". Use the page for pronunciation and example sentences.
Meaning
to feel around for
Also : to fumble for · to grope for · to search for · to look for · to probe · investigate
Memory Aid
Meaning ·
The word 探る (さぐる) means 'to search'. Think of each kanji component contributing to the overall meaning of to search.
Example Sentences
相手の意図を慎重に探った。
あいての いとを しんちょうに さぐった。
I carefully probed the other party's intentions.
新しい可能性を探ることが重要だ。
あたらしい かのうせいを さぐることが じゅうようだ。
It is important to explore new possibilities.
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