🇪🇸 How to say

“to think” in Spanish

pensar
Illustration of "to think" in a Spanish cultural setting
A person sits on a park bench, gazing thoughtfully at the autumn leaves falling around them, lost in deep reflection about a recent conversation.

Usage note

Use 'pensar' for both casual thoughts and deeper reflection; it's a common verb in everyday conversation and often used with 'en' to mean 'think about'.

Examples

  • Pienso en mi familia.

    I think about my family.

  • Ella piensa que hace frío.

    She thinks it's cold.

  • Pienso mucho antes de decidir.

    I think a lot before deciding.

Quick check

What does "pensar" mean?

  • A. to think
  • B. to find
  • C. to leave
  • D. to make

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