Pensamos (en. We think)

/penˈsamos/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
verb
To form ideas, opinions, or judgments in the mind.
We think that the project is viable.
Pensamos que el proyecto es viable.
To consider something carefully.
We think about all the alternatives before deciding.
Pensamos en todas las alternativas antes de decidir.
To reflect on a subject.
We think a lot about what happened yesterday.
Pensamos mucho en lo que sucedió ayer.
To conclude something after deliberation.
After talking, we think that the best thing is to wait.
Después de hablar, pensamos que lo mejor es esperar.

Etymology

From the Latin verb 'pensare', which means 'to weigh, to consider'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

we think aloud
To express thoughts or ideas audibly.
pensamos en voz alta
we think differently
To have a different opinion on a subject.
pensamos diferente
we think together
To reflect as a group to reach an agreement.
pensamos juntos

Related Words

to think
To form ideas or concepts in the mind.
pensar
thought
The process of thinking.
pensamiento
thinker
A person who reflects, especially on philosophical topics.
pensador

Slang Meanings

To consider something informally.
When we talk about the party, we think about doing something different.
Cuando hablamos de la fiesta, pensamos en hacer algo diferente.
To reflect on everyday situations.
Sometimes we think about what we would like to do this weekend.
A veces pensamos en lo que nos gustaría hacer este fin de semana.