Think of Meaning in English
expression
التعريف
To have someone or something come to your mind, or to remember or consider them for a purpose. It can mean recalling something or forming an idea about: "When you think of Paris, you think of the Eiffel Tower."
الاستخدام والفروق الدقيقة
Common in both literal (recall) and figurative (imagine/associate) uses. Typical collocations: 'think of someone' (recall or consider), 'think of an idea' (come up with), 'can't think of' (unable to recall). Often followed by nouns or gerunds ('think of going'). Not interchangeable with 'think about', which means to consider deeply.
جمل نموذجية
Can you think of any good movies to watch?
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Every time I think of him, I smile.
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I can't think of his name right now.
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When you think of summer, what comes to mind?
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He couldn't think of a better excuse, so he just told the truth.
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If you think of any questions later, just let me know.
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