Word details
探る
Meanings, readings, and example sentences for the Japanese word 探る.
Dictionary
Entry
1
to feel around for; to fumble for; to grope for; to search for; to look for
Examples
遠まわしに彼の意見を探った。
I sounded him out about his views.
2
to investigate; to probe into; to spy on; to sound out
3
to explore (parts unknown); to enjoy (natural beauty)
Character notes
Kanji in this Word
探
grope, search, look for
11 strokesFrequency 930JLPT N2Grade 6
On
タン
Kun
さぐ.るさが.す
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