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March 24, 2026
觅(覓)mì(mi4)
The character 觅 (mì) means 'to seek' or 'to search for.' It is often used in contexts where someone is looking for something, whether it be a physical object or an abstract idea, like happiness or knowledge. This character carries a sense of intentionality in the act of searching.
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Cultural Note
The concept of seeking is deeply ingrained in Chinese philosophy, particularly in the pursuit of knowledge and enlightenment, as seen in texts like the Dao De Jing. The act of seeking is often portrayed as a noble endeavor.
Memory Tip
Imagine a person with two large eyes (the radical 目) scanning the horizon for something valuable, representing their focused search. The sound 'mì' can be remembered by thinking of 'me' on a mission to find something important.
Meanings of 觅
mì(mi4)
1to seek
2to find
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About 觅
觅Simplified
覓Traditional
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动词dòngcíverb (v.)Part of Speech
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AI Study Notes for 觅
Quick Contrast
寻找 (xúnzhǎo, to look for) — use 觅 when emphasizing the intentionality of the search.
Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a person with two large eyes (the radical 目) scanning the horizon for something valuable, representing their focused search. The sound 'mì' can be remembered by thinking of 'me' on a mission to find something important.
Usage Notes
When using 觅, it's important to pair it with appropriate nouns to convey what is being sought. Common mistakes include confusing it with similar verbs like 找 (zhǎo) which means 'to look for' but is less formal. Be aware of the context, as 觅 is often used in literary or formal settings.
HSK Study Tips
Although 觅 is not part of the official HSK vocabulary lists, it can be connected to words related to searching or seeking, such as 找 (zhǎo) and 寻找 (xúnzhǎo). Focus on its usage in literary texts to enhance vocabulary and understanding of nuanced meanings.
Cultural Note
The concept of seeking is deeply ingrained in Chinese philosophy, particularly in the pursuit of knowledge and enlightenment, as seen in texts like the Dao De Jing. The act of seeking is often portrayed as a noble endeavor.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 觅 with the more common 找 (zhǎo), leading to sentences like 我在觅我的书 (Wǒ zài mì wǒ de shū - 'I'm seeking my book'), which sounds overly formal. The correct usage would be 我在找我的书 (Wǒ zài zhǎo wǒ de shū).
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Grammar Patterns of 觅
觅 functions as a verb — the action or state of the sentence. The Chinese order is Subject + Verb + Object (我吃饭). Negate it with 不 (habitual / future) or 没(有) (completed action). Add aspect markers like 了, 过, 着 directly after the verb. It carries 5 related meanings, each with its own usage notes below. The example sentences below show it in action, with practice buttons (Listen, Practice Writing, Practice Speaking) on every line.
Exercise 1 of 4
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我们惊动了一只一直在路边____食的野猪。
We disturbed a wild boar that had been foraging by the roadside.
Example Sentences for 觅 (6)
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1
我们惊动了一只一直在路边觅食的野猪。
wǒ mén jīng dòng le yī zhī yī zhí zài lù biān mì shí de yě zhū。
We disturbed a wild boar that had been foraging by the roadside.
2
我不忍心蹬掉他再觅新欢。
wǒ bù rěn xīn dēng diào tā zài mì xīn huān。
I can't bring myself to ditch him and start again.
3
长角牛的觅食本领被讲得神乎其神.
cháng jiǎo niú de mì shí běn lǐng bèi jiǎng dé shén hū qí shén.
The Longhon's skill at finding food became a legend.
4
觅食蠕虫的鸟
mì shí rú chóng de niǎo
birds looking for worms
5
44岁女士寻觅年龄相仿、体贴诚实的男士为友，共享快乐。非诚勿扰。
44 44 suì nǚ shì xún mì nián líng xiāng、 fǎng 、 tǐ tiē chéng shí de nán shì， wéi yǒu ， gòng。 xiǎng kuài lè 。。
44-year-old woman seeks caring, honest male of similar age for friendship and fun. Genuine replies only.
With their fleece sopping wet, they huddled in hollows, too dispirited to graze.
Cultural Notes for 觅
🏮Cultural insight
The concept of seeking is deeply ingrained in Chinese philosophy, particularly in the pursuit of knowledge and enlightenment, as seen in texts like the Dao De Jing. The act of seeking is often portrayed as a noble endeavor.
Word Family of 觅
Words Containing This Character6
寻觅xúnmìto look for尋覓
觅mìto seek覓
觅食to forage覓食
觅取to seek覓取
骑驴觅驴fig. to look for what one already has騎驢覓驢
闭门觅句lit. lock the door and search for the right word (idiom); fig. the serious hard work of writing閉門覓句
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Compound Meaning
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Frequently Asked Questions about 觅
It is more commonly found in literary contexts rather than everyday speech. You might hear 找 (zhǎo) more often.
Common phrases include 觅得 (mìdé), meaning 'to successfully seek out'.
The correct pronunciation is mì, with a falling tone.
