rethink
word
Definition
To think about something again, especially in order to change your idea or decision about it.
Usage & Nuances
More formal or academic than 'think again'. Common with decisions, strategies, or plans: 'rethink a policy', 'time to rethink our approach'. Often suggests careful consideration, not just a quick thought.
Spanish: repensarPortuguese (BR): repensarPortuguese (PT): repensarChinese (Simplified): 重新考虑Chinese (Traditional): 重新考慮Hindi: पुनर्विचार करनाArabic: إعادة التفكيرBengali: পুনর্বিবেচনা করা - আবার চিন্তা করাRussian: переосмыслить - пересмотретьJapanese: 再考する - 見直すVietnamese: suy nghĩ lại - cân nhắc lạiKorean: 재고하다 - 다시 생각하다Turkish: yeniden düşünmek - tekrar gözden geçirmekUrdu: دوبارہ غور کرناIndonesian: memikirkan kembali - meninjau kembali
Example Sentences
It's time to rethink our plan.
basic
We need to rethink our strategy.
basic
She decided to rethink her decision.
basic
Let's rethink how we handle these problems from now on.
natural
After hearing everyone's opinion, I think we should rethink the schedule.
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You might want to rethink your choice before it's too late.
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