Denken Translations, meanings and synonyms

"Denken" is used as verb with the meaning of "to think", "to consider" or "to have in mind".

Essential properties of "denken"

Its most important properties are:

Properties

  • Infinitive: denken
  • Simple past: dachte
  • Participle: gedacht

See full conjugation of denken

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Note: These properties are not absolute. A transitive verb can be used intransitively and vice versa depending on context, and many verbs can be used reflexively even though they are not primarily reflexive.

Meanings of "denken" + more translations, synonyms and antonyms

It has the meanings and uses detailed below:

1.) "To have an idea or concept in mind"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Ich denke oft an meine Kindheit.I often think about my childhood.
  2. Sie denkt über ihre Zukunft nach.She is thinking about her future.
  3. Wir denken daran, ein neues Auto zu kaufen.We are thinking of buying a new car.

2.) "To hold an opinion or belief"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Ich denke, dass er recht hat.I think he is right.
  2. Was denkst du über diesen Film?What do you think about this movie?
  3. Sie denkt, dass das Wetter morgen gut wird.She thinks the weather will be good tomorrow.

3.) "To plan or consider a future action"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Wir denken daran, nächstes Jahr nach Spanien zu reisen.We are thinking of traveling to Spain next year.
  2. Er denkt daran, seinen Job zu wechseln.He is thinking of changing his job.
  3. Sie denkt darüber nach, ein Haus zu kaufen.She is thinking about buying a house.

4.) "To remember or keep in mind"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Ich denke oft an meine Freunde.I often think of my friends.
  2. Vergiss nicht, an deine Mutter zu denken.Don't forget to think of your mother.
  3. Er denkt immer an seine Pflichten.He always thinks of his duties.

5.) "To form an opinion or judgment"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Was denkst du über diesen Vorschlag?What do you think about this proposal?
  2. Ich denke, dass dieser Plan gut ist.I think this plan is good.
  3. Sie denkt positiv über ihre Kollegen.She thinks positively about her colleagues.
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