English Reference

00 / Everyday pairs

find vs find out

Find is for locating physical objects; find out is for discovering information.

01 / Side by side

  • find

    locating a physical object or person

    I need to find my passport before we leave for the airport.

  • find out

    discovering facts, news, or hidden information

    We need to find out what time the train actually arrives.

02 / Watch out

  • Wrong: I need to find out my lost wallet.Right: I need to find my lost wallet.

  • Wrong: Call the hotel to find the check-in time.Right: Call the hotel to find out the check-in time.

03 / Remember

Find the keys; find out the truth.

04 / Quick check

Fill the gap with one of the two options.

  1. 1.

    I need to check the group chat to the exact time of the football match.

  2. 2.

    Did you your phone under the sofa cushions this morning?

  3. 3.

    She was shocked to that the shop had closed.

  4. 4.

    The fitness app helps users the nearest outdoor gym in their city using a map.

  5. 5.

    Viewers often browse social media to if their favorite streaming series will have another season.

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