探し物 (さがしもの) Japanese meaning | KotomoraMeanings
1
noun
looking for something; searching for something
Refers to the act of searching for a lost or desired item. Often used in contexts like 探し物をする or 探し物が見つかる.
2
noun
object being sought; lost item
Refers to the thing one is looking for. Common in phrases like 探し物はこれですか？
Did you find what you were looking for?
Usage5%
Alternate kanji spelling using 捜 (search), equally common.
Kanji
捜search, look for, locate
Similar words
- 捜索
捜索 is a formal term for a search operation, often used by authorities, while 探し物 is a casual, everyday word for looking for a lost item.
- 探す
探す is the verb 'to search for', while 探し物 is the noun form meaning either the act of searching or the item being sought.
Etymology
Compound of 探し (continuative form of 探す 'to search') + 物 (もの 'thing').
