No. 942 in French
penser
To think.
In a sentence
Je pense à mes vacances d'été.
I am thinking about my summer holidays.
The verb 'penser' is used with 'à' to indicate that the subject is pondering or considering something.
Il pense que c'est une bonne idée.
He thinks that it's a good idea.
Here, 'penser' is used with 'que' to express an opinion or belief.
Elle pense souvent aux moments heureux.
She often thinks about happy moments.
The word 'penser' indicates a recollection or fond thinking of past events, and it is combined with 'à'.
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