pensar
Stem-Changing (e -> ie) Level A1 ⭐ #18 Most CommonEnglish translation: to think / to plan (+ inf)
Presente (Present)
Current thoughts or plans
| Subject Pronoun | Conjugation | Audio |
|---|---|---|
| yo | pienso | |
| tú | piensas | |
| él/ella | piensa | |
| nosotros | pensamos | |
| vosotros | pensáis | |
| ellos/ellas | piensan |
- ¿Qué piensas de este proyecto? — What do you think of this project?
- Pienso viajar a España en verano. — I plan to travel to Spain in summer.
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Frequently Asked Questions: PENSAR
Is "pensar" a regular or irregular verb in Spanish? ▾
"pensar" is classified as a Stem-Changing (e -> ie) verb in Spanish. Its characteristic conjugation pattern is "e -> ie in stressed boot syllables (pienso, piensas, piensa, piensan)". Diphthongizing stem-changer. Does NOT change in nosotros (pensamos) or vosotros (pensáis). Use 'pensar en' for 'think about'. Use 'pensar + infinitive' for 'planning to do something'.
What does "pensar" mean in English? ▾
In English, "pensar" translates primarily to "to think / to plan (+ inf)". In natural speech, it is commonly used across CEFR level A1 contexts for everyday communication.
What is the most frequent mistake learners make with "pensar"? ▾
A frequent error is saying "Pienso sobre ti todo el día." instead of "Pienso en ti todo el día.". Why? Spanish uses the preposition 'en' with pensar when thinking about someone or something, never 'sobre'.
What are common idioms or expressions with "pensar"? ▾
A popular idiom is "Pensar dos veces" which means "To think twice" (e.g. "Piénsalo dos veces antes de decidir.").
How can I practice and memorize "pensar" conjugations? ▾
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