Nachdenken Translations, meanings and synonyms

"Nachdenken" is used as verb with the meaning of "think", "reflect" or "ponder".

Essential properties of "nachdenken"

Its most important properties are:

Properties

Infinitive: nachdenken
Simple past: dachte nach
Participle: nachgedacht

irregularseparableintransitive

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 "nachdenken" + more translations, synonyms and antonyms

It has the meanings and uses detailed below:

1.) "To think deeply, reflect"

Definition: "To think or reflect deeply about something."
Translation(s): think, reflect, ponder, contemplate
Synonym(s): Überlegen, Grübeln
Related word(s): Nachdenklich, Nachdenklich machen

📝 Some usage examples:

Ich muss über dieses Problem nachdenken.I need to think about this problem.
Er hat lange über seine Zukunft nachgedacht.He thought long about his future.
Wir sollten über die Konsequenzen nachdenken.We should reflect on the consequences.

2.) "To consider a possibility"

Definition: "To consider or contemplate an idea or possibility."
Translation(s): consider, contemplate, think about
Synonym(s): Erwägen, Bedenken
Related word(s): Nachdenklich, Bedenken

📝 Some usage examples:

Hast du schon einmal nachgedacht, ins Ausland zu ziehen?Have you ever considered moving abroad?
Ich werde darüber nachdenken, ob ich den Job annehme.I will think about whether I accept the job.
Wir müssen ernsthaft nachdenken, bevor wir eine Entscheidung treffen.We must seriously consider before making a decision.

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