Translation guide
The English verb 'find' covers discovering something lost, encountering something by chance, forming an opinion, and more. Japanese uses different verbs and expressions depending on the nuance.
To locate something you were looking for or that was missing.
The most common and general verb for finding something you were looking for. Transitive.
I found my keys.
He found a job.
Intransitive; used when something is found (by someone) or turns up. The subject is the thing found.
Formal, often used for discoveries (scientific, historical) or finding something significant.
A new star was discovered.
To come across something or someone unexpectedly.
To happen to see someone or something; to notice in passing.
To discover that something is true or to have a particular feeling about something.
Used to express 'find that...' or 'realize that...'. Attach to a clause.
I found that he was lying.
To manage to get something, like time, money, or an opportunity.
Also used for finding abstract things like time or a way.
To officially decide a verdict.
Formal legal expression: to hand down a verdict of...
鍵が見つかった。
The keys were found.
I found a good apartment. (lit. A good apartment was found.)
I saw (found) Mr. Tanaka at the station.
I often see cats around here.
To run into someone or something, often with a nuance of unexpectedness or trouble.
I encountered a bear on the way home.
Formal word for encountering, often used for accidents, disasters, or rare events.
We encountered a blizzard while climbing.
I found the job more difficult than I expected.
Literally 'think that...', often used to translate 'find' when expressing a personal opinion or impression.
I find this book interesting.
I found his story hard to believe.
To feel that...; emphasizes emotional or sensory impression.
I found her attitude cold.
Let's find time to exercise.
We must find a solution.
To obtain, get hold of something desired.
I finally found (got) a ticket.
The court found him guilty.
To recognize/declare someone as...
The jury found the defendant not guilty.
The key was found.
The loanword ファインド is not commonly used in natural Japanese. Stick to the verbs and patterns above.