Think in Spanish
The Spanish word for 'think' is 'pensar', pronounced pehn-SAHR (IPA: /penˈsaɾ/). It is an A1-level verb.
Pronunciation: pehn-SAHR
| Spanish | pensar |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | pehn-SAHR · /penˈsaɾ/ |
| Part of speech | verb |
| Level | A1 (beginner-friendly) |
Example Sentences with 'pensar'
- Pienso en mi familia todos los días.
I think about my family every day. - ¿Qué piensas de la película?
What do you think of the movie? - Pensé que la tienda estaba cerrada.
I thought the store was closed. - Piensa bien antes de responder.
Think carefully before answering.
Common Phrases with 'pensar'
- pensar en voz alta
to think out loud - sin pensarlo dos veces
without thinking twice
How to Use 'pensar'
Stem-changing e→ie: pienso, piensas, piensa, but pensamos. Pensar en = to think about, pensar de = to have an opinion of, and pensar + infinitive = to plan to (pienso viajar = I plan to travel).
Related Vocabulary
Keep going: review present tense conjugation.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do you say 'think' in Spanish?
'Think' in Spanish is 'pensar', pronounced pehn-SAHR.
How do you spell 'pensar'?
It is spelled p-e-n-s-a-r.
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