No. 679 in Estonian
otsida
"To search" or "to look for."
In a sentence
Ma lähen poodi, et uut eestikeelset raamatut otsida.
I am going to the store to look for a new Estonian book.
In this sentence, 'otsida' is the infinitive form of the verb 'otsima,' meaning 'to search' or 'to look for,' and it functions as the purpose of going to the store.
Talle meeldib alati kaotatud asju otsida, sest see on nagu seiklus.
She always likes searching for lost things because it's like an adventure.
Here, 'otsida' is used to describe an activity she enjoys, specifically searching.
Kas sa oskad aidata mul seda teatud sõna otsida?
Can you help me search for this particular word?
In this sentence, 'otsida' is part of a question, indicating the action of seeking assistance with finding something.
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