JapanLingo

求めてもとめて

motomete

seek — te-form

N3

How to remember this word

A memory tip for this word is coming soon. For now, try linking it to a real moment from your day — words anchored to real situations stick best.

Example sentences

Example 1

mazu motomete, sono ato de hirugohan o tabemasu.

First I seek, and after that I have lunch.

Example 2

motomete shimaimashita.

I ended up having to seek.

Usage note

Form of 求める (to seek / request).