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“think” in French

French

Alsopenser · réfléchir · juger · considérer

Pronunciation

IPA/kʁwaʁ/

Example

Je crois qu'il viendra demain.

I think he will come tomorrow.

Illustration for croire (think)

How to say “think” in French

“Think” in French is croire.

A mind places trust in a person, idea, or thing and accepts it as true.

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

Example sentences with croire

Je crois en toi.

I believe in you.

Tips for using croire

  • Croire que introduces a belief or judgment, while croire en commonly expresses faith or trust in a person, principle, or thing.

Other French words for “think”

Je pense que c'est bon.

I think it's good.

Je dois réfléchir avant de répondre.

I have to think before I answer.

Je juge que c'est une bonne idée.

I think it's a good idea.

Je considère que c'est une bonne idée.

I think it's a good idea.

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