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think about

A2 neutral inseparable transitive
In simple words

To use your brain to think about someone or something — like when you try to decide if you want to do something.

Meanings

1 A2 neutral

To direct your attention and thoughts toward someone or something.

"I've been thinking about you all day — are you feeling better?"

Grammar: inseparable
2 A2 neutral

To consider a possibility, plan, or decision without yet reaching a conclusion.

"We're thinking about moving to the countryside but haven't decided yet."

Grammar: inseparable
3 B1 neutral

To consider someone else's needs, feelings, or perspective.

"You need to think about how your words affect the people around you."

Grammar: inseparable
Usage notes

One of the most common phrasal verbs in English. Can mean everything from casual pondering to serious deliberation. Very often used as a softer alternative to refusing a request directly: 'I'll think about it.'

Commonly used with

future decision problem someone options consequences

Forms

Base
think about
I/you/we/they
3rd person
thinks about
he/she/it
Past simple
thought about
yesterday
Past participle
thought about
have + pp
-ing form
thinking about
continuous

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Synonyms

consider ponder reflect on mull over contemplate weigh up

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