How to pronounce seek

Say it like this: /ˈsik/. Listen to real recordings below and compare how it sounds in different accents.

American/ˈsik/

What does seek mean?

verbTo try to find; to look for; to search for.

“"No, you wait. You're obviously a very sick man. I think you need to seek professional help. I'm sorry, but I can't help you."”

To try to acquire or gain; to strive after.

“I can no longer seek fame or glory, nor can I help trying to get rid of my riches, which separate me from my fellow-creatures.”

To try to reach or come to (a location).

“When the alarm went off I sought the exit in a panic.”

nounThe operation of navigating through a stream.

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