Korean Word of the Day
생각하다
saeng-GAK-ha-da • verb — 4th of Jul, 2026
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Meaning: to think; to consider; to have an idea or opinion
Examples
- 지금 그 문제에 대해 생각하고 있어요.
(I'm thinking about that issue right now.) - 무슨 생각해?
(What are you thinking?) - 결정을 내리기 전에 더 생각해 보세요.
(Please think more before making a decision.)
Synonyms
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생각하다 is the common verb for 'to think' or 'to consider.' It's used for everyday thoughts, opinions, and deliberation. Common forms: 생각해요 (I think), 생각하고 있어요 (I'm thinking), 생각했어요 (I thought). It often combines with other verbs (생각해 보다 = try thinking; 생각을 바꾸다 = change one's mind). In casual speech subjects are often omitted, so pay attention to context.
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