This is the 739th most frequent Norwegian word.
søkte
"Søkte" means "applied" or "searched" in English, depending on context.
In this sentence, 'søkte' is used as the past tense of the verb 'søke,' meaning 'to apply' or 'to search.' Here it describes the action of submitting an application for a position.
Jeg søkte på den ledige stillingen i går.
I applied for the open position yesterday.
Here, 'søkte' is again the past tense of 'søke,' but it is used to mean 'to search for.' It describes the action of looking for specific information.
Studenten søkte etter informasjon på biblioteket.
The student searched for information in the library.
In this example, 'søkte' conveys the act of seeking or finding refuge or shelter, showcasing its use in different contexts other than applying or searching.