think

[/θɪŋk/]
verb
pensar
1. to use one's mind to consider or reason about something
I think therefore I am.
Penso, logo existo.
2. to have a particular opinion or belief about something
What do you think about this proposal?
O que você pensa sobre esta proposta?
3. to remember or recall something
I can't think of his name right now.
Não consigo lembrar do nome dele agora.
4. to expect or suppose something
I think it will rain tomorrow.
Acho que vai chover amanhã.
5. to intend or plan to do something
I'm thinking of taking a vacation next month.
Estou pensando em tirar férias mês que vem.
In Brazilian Portuguese, 'achar' is extremely common in everyday speech as a casual alternative to 'pensar,' while in Portugal 'pensar' remains more standard. Americans often use 'think' to express opinions casually ('I think it's good'), while this is also true in Brazilian Portuguese with 'acho' (I think/I find). The verb 'think' is fundamental to both English and Portuguese cultures, appearing frequently in philosophical discourse and everyday conversation.
NYC Slang
think (no distinct NYC slang equivalent; standard English usage)
Synonyms / Sinônimos
considerbelievesupposepondercontemplatereflectreasondeliberate
Antonyms / Antônimos
forgetignoredisregardknow

Regional Variations

General Brazilian Portuguese
pensar
Most common translation; used in formal and informal contexts
General Brazilian Portuguese
achar
Colloquial; means 'to think' or 'to find'; very common in spoken Portuguese
Rio de Janeiro
pensar/achar
Both forms widely used; 'achar' prevalent in casual speech
São Paulo
pensar
More formal register preferred in business contexts
Portugal
pensar
Standard form; 'achar' less common than in Brazilian Portuguese

Related Words

thoughtthinkingthinkerthoughtfulmindreasonbeliefopinion

Related Idioms & Phrases

think outside the box
think twice
think on one's feet
think better of
think nothing of
what do you think of
pensar em voz alta (think out loud)
deixa eu pensar (let me think)
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