found

verb B2

Meaning

"Found" is the past tense of the verb "find," meaning to discover or come across something that was lost or hidden.
💡 A common mistake is confusing "found" with "founded," which refers to establishing something, like an organization.

Example Sentences

I found my keys under the couch this morning .
The company was found to have complied with all regulations .
The researchers found new evidence during the recent experiment .
Where did you found the old book yesterday ?

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