Pensamientos (en. Thoughts)

/pensjamjentos/

Meaning & Definition

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noun
Ideas or reflections that arise in the mind.
My thoughts about the future are optimistic.
Mis pensamientos sobre el futuro son optimistas.
The activity of thinking in general.
Thoughts can influence our emotions.
Los pensamientos pueden influir en nuestras emociones.
Opinions or beliefs that one has about something.
My thoughts on politics are very varied.
Mis pensamientos sobre la política son muy variados.

Etymology

From Latin 'pensamentum', which means 'action of thinking'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

positive thoughts
Reflections that generate well-being and optimism.
pensamientos positivos
negative thoughts
Reflections that provoke discouragement or sadness.
pensamientos negativos
in my thoughts
To be present in someone's mind.
en mis pensamientos
to give free rein to thoughts
To allow ideas to flow freely.
dar rienda suelta a los pensamientos

Related Words

think
To perform the action of having thoughts.
pensar
reflect
To carefully consider a matter before making a decision.
reflexionar
devise
To formulate ideas.
idear
meditate
To focus on a thought or idea.
meditar

Slang Meanings

To come across crazy thoughts.
Yesterday I had crazy thoughts about taking a trip without telling anyone.
Ayer tuve pensamientos locos sobre hacer un viaje sin avisar.
To be daydreaming.
You didn't pay attention to me, you were in your thoughts.
No me prestaste atención, estabas en tus pensamientos.