thought

• Ergebnis oder Produkt des Denkens; eine Idee, Überlegung oder Meinung. Auch der Vorgang des Nachdenkens.

A product of mental activity, such as an idea, opinion, or belief formed through reflection, reasoning, or imagination.

1. Mental conceptA2formal

   A specific notion, plan, or opinion that arises in the mind as a result of cognitive processes.

   Gedanke / Idee

   • Her initial idea about the project was far too ambitious for the limited budget.
   • He paused for a moment, waiting for a coherent theory to form in his head.
   • Deep reflection on the problem led him to an unexpected conclusion.
   • The philosophical concept presented in the lecture sparked a lively debate among students.
   • I need time to organize these abstract notions into a structured proposal.

   Synonymeassessmentbeliefconceptideaimpressionjudgmentnotionopinionview

2. Process of thinkingB1formal

   The faculty or act of using the mind to formulate ideas, analyze information, or reach decisions (often used in the abstract).

   Denken

   • The cognitive process required to solve such a complex puzzle is truly fascinating.
   • Clear reasoning is essential when making life-altering decisions.
   • His intense concentration during the analysis period was clearly visible.
   • Logical contemplation of the evidence helped the jury reach a unanimous verdict.
   • I gave some serious consideration to his suggestion before providing an answer.

   Synonymecerebrationcognitionconsiderationcontemplationdeliberationintellectionmeditationponderingreflectionruminationthinking

3. Concern or IntentionB2formal

   An expression of care, consideration, or a planned purpose regarding a person or future action.

   Fürsorge / Absicht

   • Please accept my sincere condolences and best wishes during this difficult time.
   • He had no deliberate goal to offend anyone with his blunt remarks.
   • Her primary focus was on the welfare of the rescued animals.
   • They kept the needs of the local community in mind while designing the new park.
   • The committee's overarching aim was to improve safety standards in all factories.

   Synonymeaimconcernconsiderationdesignintentionplanpurposeregard

• Verb, das den geistigen Prozess bezeichnet, sich mit etwas im Kopf zu beschäftigen, nachzudenken oder eine Meinung zu haben; auch im Sinne von glauben oder annehmen.

A verb used to indicate the act of using one's mind to form ideas, opinions, or judgments, or to have a particular belief or opinion.

unregelmäßiges Verb

1. Have an opinion or beliefA1formal

   To have a particular opinion, belief, or idea about someone or something.

   Meinung oder Ansicht haben

   • I think she's the best candidate for the job.
   • What do you think about the new policy?
   • He thinks that learning languages is important.

   Synonymebelieveconsiderdeemholdjudgereckonregardsupposeview

2. Consider or believeA1formal

   To consider something in a particular way or to believe something is true.

   Denken

   • I think it's going to rain later.
   • She thinks of him as her best friend.
   • Do you think we should leave now?

   Synonymebelieveconjectureconsiderdeemholdjudgeopineregardsupposeview

3. Reflect or reasonA2formal

   To use your mind to consider or reason about something.

   Nachdenken

   • Let me think about it before I decide.
   • He thought carefully about his next move.
   • She thought long and hard about the offer.

   Synonymecogitateconsidercontemplatedeliberatemeditatemuseponderreasonreflectruminate

Phrasal-Variantenthink ofthink outthink overthink up