Piensan (en. They think)

/pjensan/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
verb
Consider something in the mind.
They think the exam will be easy.
Ellos piensan que el examen será fácil.
Form an opinion or judgment about something.
They think the movie is good.
Piensan que la película es buena.
Reflect or meditate on a matter.
They think about what they should do.
Ellos piensan en lo que deben hacer.

Etymology

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

Common Phrases and Expressions

think out loud
Express thoughts without editing.
piensan en voz alta
think about the future
Take into account what may happen later.
pensar en el futuro
think things through
Make decisions after careful consideration.
pensar bien las cosas

Related Words

think
Form ideas or judgments in the mind.
pensar
thought
Mental activity of reflecting or considering.
pensamiento
opinion
Judgment or belief about something.
opinión

Slang Meanings

To firmly believe in something.
She thinks she can win the competition.
Ella piensa que puede ganar la competencia.
To reflect with distress.
He is thinking too much about his future.
Él está pensando demasiado en su futuro.