buscan
“buscan” means “they look for” in Spanish (Searching for an object or person).
they look for, they are searching
Also: you look for, they seek
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Mis padres buscan una casa más grande.
A1My parents are looking for a bigger house.
¿Qué buscan ustedes en esta tienda?
A2What are you (all, formal) looking for in this store?
Los científicos buscan la cura para esa enfermedad.
B1The scientists seek the cure for that disease.
Indicative
Present
Imperfect
Preterite
Subjunctive
Present Subjunctive
Imperfect Subjunctive
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Quick Quiz: buscan
Question 1 of 2
Which English pronoun is NOT represented by the verb form 'buscan'?
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Comes from the Old Spanish verb 'buscar,' which itself likely originated from a Germanic word related to 'bush' or 'woodland,' suggesting the original meaning was 'to search in the woods.'
First recorded: 13th century
Cognates (Related words)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is 'buscan' the same as 'busquen'?
No. 'Buscan' is the simple statement of fact ('They look for'). 'Busquen' is the special form used for wishes, doubts, or indirect commands (e.g., 'I hope that they look for...').
Can 'buscan' be used to mean 'to search for trouble'?
Yes. If someone is 'buscando pelea' (looking for a fight) or 'buscando problemas' (looking for problems), 'buscan' is the correct form to say 'They are looking for trouble.'