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Denken
German → American English
American English
Think
etwas geistig erfassen, überlegen oder eine Meinung bilden
Ich denke oft an meine Familie.Use denken usually with an object or a clause: an etwas denken, an jemanden denken, denken, dass ... . For careful reflection, nachdenken is often a better choice.
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Frequently asked questions
What does „denken“ mean in English?
„Denken“ means „to think“ in English.
How do you use „denken“ with a preposition?
A common pattern is „an + Akkusativ“, for example: „Ich denke an dich“ = „I’m thinking of you“.
What is the difference between „denken“ and „nachdenken“?
„Denken“ is the general verb for thinking, while „nachdenken“ means to think over, reflect, or consider carefully.