单词 | think |
释义 | think —think /θɪŋk/ noun have a think UK► F0 to consider something for some time: » Let me have a think about it before I decide.» Have a think over the weekend and tell me what you've decided.Thesaurus+: ↑Thinking and contemplatingWord Builder:–Nouns: think, rethink, thinker, thinking–Adjectives: unthinkable–Verbs: think, rethinkverb (thought, thought) (CONSIDER) ↑Verb Endings for think A1 [I or T] to believe something or have an opinion or idea: » [+ (that)] I think (that) I've met you before.» I don't think Emma will get the job.» "Do you think (that) you could get me some stamps while you're in town?"» [+ noun/adj] Salmon used to be thought expensive/thought a luxury.» [+ to infinitive] He was thought to have boarded the plane in New York.» What did you think of the film?» What do you think about this latest government scheme?» I think it is important to learn English.Thesaurus+: ↑Thinking and contemplatingB2 [I] to consider a person's needs or wishes: » She's always thinking of others.Word Builder:–Nouns: think, rethink, thinker, thinking–Adjectives: unthinkable–Verbs: think, rethink• • • Extra Examples:» Some people think the Church shouldn't interfere in politics.» Circle the answer you think is correct.» How much liquid do you think this bottle contains?» I'm sure my boss thinks I've been neglecting my duties recently.» The soldiers lined us up against a wall and I thought they were going to shoot us.Common mistake: think! If you use the verb 'to be' after think to talk about an opinion or idea that you have, remember to use the subject pronoun it.! Don't say 'think is important/difficult/necessary, say think it is important/difficult/necessary:✗ I think is very important to learn English.» I think it is very important to learn English.verb (thought, thought) (DECIDE) ↑Verb Endings for think ► A2 to use the brain to decide to do something: » [+ of+ -ing verb] I'm thinking of taking up running.» [+ (that)] I think (that) I'll go swimming after lunch.» I'm thinking about buying a new car.Thesaurus+: ↑Thinking and contemplatingCommon mistake: think! Remember: when talking about deciding to do something, think is usually followed by of/about and the -ing form.! Don't say 'think to do something', say think about/of doing something:✗ I'm thinking to have my hair cut short.» I'm thinking about having my hair cut short.verb (thought, thought) (REASON) ↑Verb Endings for think B1 [I] to use the brain to plan something, solve a problem, understand a situation, etc.: » What are you thinking, Peter?» He just does these things without thinking and he gets himself into such a mess.» You think too much - that's your problem.» I'm sorry I forgot to mention your name. I just wasn't thinking.Thesaurus+: ↑Thinking and contemplatingthink long and hard (ALSO think twice)C1 to think very carefully about something: » I should think long and hard before you make any important decisions.» If burglars could realize how deeply they hurt people by invading their homes and stealing their treasured belongings, they might think twice before doing it.Thesaurus+: ↑Thinking and contemplatingthink aloud UK (US think out loud)F0 to automatically say what you are thinking: » "What did you say?" "Oh, nothing, I was just thinking aloud."Thesaurus+: ↑Saying and uttering , ↑Saying again• • • Extra Examples:» Whatever she's thinking, she never lets it show.» He admits that he acted without thinking.» He paused and thought for a moment.» We thought long and hard before sending the children away to school.» Some people say that playing classical music while you work helps you think - but I find it only distracts me.verb [I usually + adv/prep] (thought, thought) (REMEMBER) ↑Verb Endings for think ► B1 to remember or imagine: » I was just thinking about you when you phoned.» She was so busy she didn't think to tell me about it.Thesaurus+: ↑Imagining and conceiving• • • Extra Examples:» Did you think to give her your phone number?» I've been thinking about my grandmother a lot recently.» Do you often think about the war? |
随便看 |
英语词典包含67674条英英释义在线翻译词条,基本涵盖了全部常用单词的英英翻译及用法,是英语学习的有利工具。