Zoek

Zoek is a Dutch term meaning “search.” In ordinary Dutch, zoek is the imperative form of the verb zoeken, used to tell someone to look for something. The word also serves as the linguistic root for many phrases and compounds related to searching and finding.

In computing and digital interfaces, zoek appears frequently as a label for search functionality. Dutch-language software and websites often display a button or text field labeled “Zoek,” with the corresponding action either named “Zoek” or “Zoeken,” depending on context and localization.

Culturally and linguistically, the phrase “Zoek en gij zult vinden” is a common Dutch rendering of the biblical “Seek and you shall find.” The word also shows up in branding, marketing, and local project names targeting Dutch-speaking audiences, reflecting its general meaning rather than a single standardized product or organization.

Because zoek is primarily a common Dutch term, there is no single universal entity officially known by that name. Capitalized uses of Zoek in branding or product names indicate a specific, localized context rather than a global entity. See also: Search, Ziekenhuiszoeker (as an example of compound Dutch search terms).