ricercare

to research

verb ree-cher-KAH-reh Less Common

Also means

to seek out

Usage Note

Ricercare is an intensified form of cercare (to search) and implies a more deliberate, systematic investigation. The noun la ricerca (research, search) is extremely common. Note that ricercato as an adjective means 'wanted' (by police) or 'refined/sought-after' depending on context.

Examples

"Gli scienziati ricercano nuove soluzioni."

Natural Translation

Scientists are researching new solutions.

Literal Translation

The scientists research new solutions.

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