find
Irregular (found, found) Level A1 ⭐ #11 Most CommonEnglish translation: to find / to discover / to locate
Present Simple (Present)
Locating or discovering currently
| Subject Pronoun | Conjugation | Audio |
|---|---|---|
| I | find | |
| you | find | |
| he/she/it | finds | |
| we | find | |
| you (all) | find | |
| they | find |
- I find grammar fascinating when explained clearly. — Je trouve la grammaire fascinante quand elle est claire.
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Frequently Asked Questions: FIND
Is "find" a regular or irregular verb in English? ▾
"find" is classified as a Irregular (found, found) verb in English. Its characteristic conjugation pattern is "find -> found -> found". Strong Germanic verb: historical vowel gradation i -> ou: find, found, found. Do not confuse the past 'found' with the regular present verb 'to found' (to establish an institution).
What does "find" mean in English? ▾
In English, "find" translates primarily to "to find / to discover / to locate". In natural speech, it is commonly used across CEFR level A1 contexts for everyday communication.
What is the most frequent mistake learners make with "find"? ▾
A frequent error is saying "I have finded my missing passport." instead of "I have found my missing passport.". Why? The past simple and past participle of find is 'found', never *finded.
What are common idioms or expressions with "find"? ▾
A popular idiom is "Find out" which means "To discover factual information" (e.g. "I need to find out what time the store opens.").
How can I practice and memorize "find" conjugations? ▾
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