English–German

“think” in German

German

Alsomeinen · nachdenken

Pronunciation

IPA/ˈdɛŋkən/

Example

Ich denke oft an meine Familie.

I often think of my family.

Illustration for denken (think)

How to say “think” in German

“Think” in German is denken.

Clues and memories connect in the mind until an idea, judgment, or belief takes shape.

Full entry for denken: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with denken

Ich versuche manchmal, an nichts zu denken.

I sometimes try to think of nothing.

Tips for using denken

  • The pattern denken an takes the accusative, as in Ich denke oft an meine Familie for thinking about someone or something.

Other German words for “think”

Ich meine, das ist richtig.

I think that's right.

Ich denke oft nach.

I often think things over.

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