探るさぐる Common Godan Transitive English jmdict 1 Godan verb with 'ru' ending transitive verb to feel around for;to fumble for;to grope for;to search for;to look for 遠まわしに彼の意見を探った。 I sounded him out about his views. 2 Godan verb with 'ru' ending transitive verb to investigate;to probe into;to spy on;to sound out 3 Godan verb with 'ru' ending transitive verb to explore (parts unknown);to enjoy (natural beauty)