forschen (an)

1.

to do research

(This focuses on the process, while "erforschen" low-key implies a result. "forschen an+Dat" if you want to connect the topic of research.)
Examples
  • Thomas forscht an den Ursachen von Alzheimer.
  • Thomas is researching the causes of Alzheimer's.

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I’ve also seen forschen with “nach” and “gegen” i was curious what the different prepositions express?

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Reply to  Emanuel

danke ! Noch eine Frage – Ist an mit Ativ oder akkusativ bitte?

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Reply to  Emanuel

super!

How many meanings does the German word 'forschen (an)' have?

forschen (an) has 1 distinct meaning: 1. to do research .

What is the past tense of 'forschen (an)'?

hat geforscht / forschte

What is 'forschen (an)' related to?

The word 'forschen (an)' is related to *prek-.

Where can I learn more about 'forschen (an)'?

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