What is the difference between 覔 and 觅?

覔 is an ancient variant form of 觅. They have the same meaning (to seek/look for) and pronunciation (mì), but 觅 is the standard simplified form used in modern writing.

Is 覔 suitable for modern names?

While uncommon, 覔 can be used in names to convey a classical, literary, or artistic feeling. However, it may require explanation as many people are more familiar with the standard form 觅.

What are some good name pairings with 覔?

覔 pairs well with characters that reinforce its meaning of seeking or discovery:

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覔 · mì

To seek, to look for, to search — an archaic or variant form of 觅 (mì) meaning to search for or look for something.

To seek, to look for, to search —

Usage highlights

To seek knowledgeTo look for a bookTo search for an opportunityTo seek a teacherTo look for a friendTo search for traces

Synonyms

觅— to seek, to look for (standard form)
寻— to seek, to search
找— to look for, to find

Antonyms

失— to lose, to miss
弃— to abandon, to discard

Usage & contexts

Examples

He went to seek knowledge (覔知).
I am looking for a good book (覔好书).
We searched everywhere for the lost item (覔失物).

Collocations

To seek knowledge(覔知)
To look for a book(覔书)
To search for an opportunity(覔机会)
To seek a teacher(覔师)
To look for a friend(覔友)
To search for traces(覔踪)

Idioms

Seeking the extraordinary in the commonplace(寻常覔奇)
Searching for flowers while riding a bamboo horse(竹马覔花)
Seeking a path through the mountains and rivers(覔路山川)

Cultural background

FAQ

覔 is an ancient variant form of the character 觅 (mì), primarily found in classical texts and calligraphy.
The character structure combines 爪 (claw/hand) and 見 (to see), visually depicting the action of searching with one's eyes and hands.
In modern usage, 覔 is rarely used in standard writing but appears in artistic contexts, brand names, or as a stylistic choice.

覔 (mì) - To seek, to look for, to search —