research
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- 1 research、do research、study intensively、dig into
This word means to research a topic by looking for information and studying it in some depth. It is used for schoolwork, academic research, work-related investigation, and other purposeful study.
research、do research、study intensively、dig into
To gather and examine information in order to understand or study a topic.
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ค้นคว้าข้อมูล khón khwáa khɔ̂ɔmuun research information ค้นคว้าข้อมูล details
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นักเรียนต้องค้นคว้าเรื่องนี้เพิ่มเติม nák rian tɔ̂ŋ khón khwáa rʉ̂aŋ níi phə̂əm təəm The students need to research this topic further. นักเรียนต้องค้นคว้าเรื่องนี้เพิ่มเติม details
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Learning notes
Explanation
ค้นคว้า combines the ideas of searching and grasping, giving the sense of seeking out information and working with it until you understand it. It is more than simply looking for something; it often involves reading, comparing, and studying sources. The noun form is การค้นคว้า, meaning “research” or “investigation.”
Usage
It is commonly used when students prepare reports, researchers study a topic, or workers investigate background information for a project. It fits topics such as history, science, social issues, and professional research.
Caution
Do not use ค้นคว้า for simply looking for keys, a friend, or a place; หา is more natural there. For a quick online search, เสิร์ช or ค้นหา may sound more natural than ค้นคว้า.
Differences from similar words
1 research synonyms
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ค้นหา means to search for or locate information, objects, or data, with emphasis on finding. ค้นคว้า suggests researching and examining the information to build understanding.
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วิจัย means to conduct research and is more strongly tied to academic or professional research. ค้นคว้า is broader and can also be used for school reports, background reading, and work-related research.
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หา is a broad word for looking for a person, thing, or place. ค้นคว้า is used when you research information or knowledge in a more focused, in-depth way.