check for — to examine or investigate something to see if it exists, is present, or is correct
Part of speech: VERB
Definition: to examine or investigate something to see if it exists, is present, or is correct
Pronunciation (IPA): /tʃek fɔːr/
Korean meaning: ~을 찾아보다, 확인하다, 점검하다
Korean pronunciation: **체**크 **포**ㄹ
Example Sentences
- My mom always tells me to check for monsters under the bed, but I only find my missing socks.
- The doctor will check for any signs of infection during your appointment.
- I always check for my keys three times before leaving, but somehow still get locked out.
check for
VERB//tʃek fɔːr//
to examine or investigate something to see if it exists, is present, or is correct
someone examining and investigating information to see if something exists and is correct
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Origin
Check는 체스 게임에서 왕을 위협하는 '체크'에서 유래했습니다. 마치 상대방의 왕을 확인하고 점검하듯이, 무언가를 면밀히 살펴본다는 의미로 발전했어요.
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“My mom always tells me to check for monsters under the bed, but I only find my missing socks.”
“The doctor will check for any signs of infection during your appointment.”
“I always check for my keys three times before leaving, but somehow still get locked out.”
“Please check for any emails from the client before the meeting starts.”
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