A1 noun フォーマル #3,048 よく出る

探求

tankyū /taŋkʲɯː/

The act of deeply investigating or searching for abstract ideals such as truth, knowledge, or meaning. It implies a serious, systematic, and often long-term quest to understand the essence of a matter.

例文

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1

彼は美味しいお菓子を毎日探求している。

He explores delicious sweets every day.

2

科学者は宇宙の起源を探求しています。

Scientists are investigating the origin of the universe.

3

もっと面白い遊びを探求しようぜ!

Let's look for some cooler ways to have fun!

語族

名詞
探求
Verb
探求する
形容詞
探求的な
関連
探求心
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覚え方のコツ

The first kanji 探 means 'search' (like a detective) and the second 求 means 'seek'. Think of it as 'Searching and Seeking' for the secrets of the world.

クイックテスト

哲学者は人生の真理を____している。

正解!

正解は: 探求

例文

1

彼は美味しいお菓子を毎日探求している。

everyday

He explores delicious sweets every day.

2

科学者は宇宙の起源を探求しています。

formal

Scientists are investigating the origin of the universe.

3

もっと面白い遊びを探求しようぜ!

informal

Let's look for some cooler ways to have fun!

4

本論文は、日本文学における美の探求を主題とする。

academic

This paper focuses on the pursuit of beauty in Japanese literature.

5

我が社は、顧客満足の探求に全力を尽くします。

business

Our company is committed to the pursuit of customer satisfaction.

語族

名詞
探求
Verb
探求する
形容詞
探求的な
関連
探求心

よく使う組み合わせ

真理を探求する to seek the truth
知識の探求 quest for knowledge
未知の探求 exploration of the unknown
根源を探求する to search for the root/origin
可能性を探求する to explore possibilities

よく使うフレーズ

終わりなき探求

an endless quest

探求心を養う

to cultivate a spirit of inquiry

探求の旅に出る

to go on a journey of exploration

よく混同される語

探求 vs 追求

追求 is usually for chasing goals, profits, or responsibilities, while 探求 is for searching for truth or knowledge.

探求 vs 探究

Pronounced the same (tankyū); 探究 is specifically used for academic research and deep study, while 探求 is broader.

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使い方のコツ

Use this word when discussing abstract concepts like 'truth' or 'the meaning of life'. It is too formal for simple physical searches like looking for lost keys.

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よくある間違い

Learners often use this for physical objects; for example, saying '財布を探求する' is incorrect—you should use '探す' for a wallet.

💡

覚え方のコツ

The first kanji 探 means 'search' (like a detective) and the second 求 means 'seek'. Think of it as 'Searching and Seeking' for the secrets of the world.

📖

語源

Derived from Middle Chinese roots meaning 'to search out' (探) and 'to request or seek' (求).

文法パターン

It is a 'Suru-verb', so it becomes an action by adding 'する' (e.g., 探求する). Often follows the pattern [Noun] + の + 探求 (e.g., 幸福の探求).
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文化的な背景

In Japanese education, '探求心' (tankyūshin - spirit of inquiry) is considered an essential virtue for students and researchers.

クイックテスト

哲学者は人生の真理を____している。

正解!

正解は: 探求

関連単語

勝負

A1

A noun referring to a match, contest, or the outcome of victory and defeat. It is used to describe a competitive event where a winner and loser are determined, ranging from simple games to serious life-changing moments.

対決

A1

A direct confrontation, showdown, or face-off between two opposing parties to settle a dispute or determine a winner. It is commonly used in sports, legal contexts, and storytelling to describe a critical meeting between rivals.

勝利

A1

勝利 (shōri) refers to the act of winning or achieving victory in a competition, battle, or struggle. It is a formal noun that describes the state of overcoming an opponent or reaching a successful outcome.

引き分け

A1

A draw or tie in a game, match, or competition where neither side emerges as the winner or loser. It is commonly used in sports, board games, and various types of contests to describe an equal score or outcome.

優勝

A1

Winning first place in a competition, tournament, or championship. It refers to the ultimate victory in a series of contests or a ranking system.

準優勝

A1

This word refers to finishing in second place in a competition or tournament, often used when a participant reaches the final but loses. It conveys a high level of achievement, being the runner-up just below the champion.

新記録

A1

A 'shinkiroku' refers to a new record or a peak achievement that surpasses all previous results in a specific category. It is commonly used in sports, business, or data analysis to indicate that a milestone has been broken or a new high has been reached.

走る

A1

To move at a speed faster than walking, where both feet leave the ground during each stride. It is also used for vehicles moving or abstract concepts like the flow of writing or electrical currents.

暮らし

A1

A noun referring to one's daily life, lifestyle, or the act of making a living. It describes the way a person spends their day-to-day existence and the state of their domestic circumstances.

建物

A1

A general term used to describe any physical structure built by humans, such as houses, offices, or stores. It focuses on the physical object itself regardless of its specific function or size.

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