Pensent (en. Think)
/pɑ̃.sɑ̃/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishFrench
verb
To have an opinion or to judge something.
They think the project will be successful.
Ils pensent que le projet sera réussi.
To take something into consideration or to think about it.
They often think about their holidays.
Ils pensent souvent à leurs vacances.
To feel a conviction or a sentiment.
They think deeply about the future of their children.
Ils pensent fortement à l'avenir de leurs enfants.
Etymology
From the Latin verb 'pensare', meaning to weigh, evaluate.
Common Phrases and Expressions
they think they are doing the right thing
they believe they are acting appropriately.
ils pensent bien faire
think aloud
express their thoughts without restraint.
pensent à haute voix
people think that
the majority believes that.
les gens pensent que
Related Words
think
the base verb meaning to reflect or have an opinion.
penser
thought
the noun that designates the process of thinking.
pensée
pensive
an adjective describing a state of deep reflection.
pensif
Slang Meanings
to have an informed opinion
They think like experts on this subject.
Ils pensent comme des experts sur ce sujet.
to develop ideas
They think too much, it makes their life complicated.
Ils pensent trop, ça leur rend la vie compliquée.