Think on Meaning in English
expression
ˈθɪŋk/ /ˈɑn/, /ˈɔn
THINGK-ON
θˈɪŋk/ /ˈɒn
THINGK-ON
Definition
To spend time considering or reflecting deeply on something, rather than making a quick decision.
Usage & Nuances
Slightly formal or literary; often used when someone needs time before responding. Appears in phrases like 'I'll think on it.' Less common in everyday conversation than 'think about.'
Spanish: reflexionar sobre - pensar enPortuguese (BR): refletir sobre - pensar emPortuguese (PT): refletir sobre - pensar emChinese (Simplified): 思考Chinese (Traditional): 思考Hindi: इस पर विचार करनाArabic: يفكر فيBengali: এについて ভাবাRussian: размышлять надJapanese: について考えるVietnamese: suy nghĩ vềKorean: 생각하다Turkish: üzerinde düşünmekUrdu: اس پر غور کرناIndonesian: memikirkan
Example Sentences
Let me think on your offer overnight.
basic
He needed time to think on the problem.
basic
Please think on what I said.
basic
I’m not sure yet—let me think on it for a bit.
natural
She likes to think on big decisions before saying anything.
natural
You don’t have to answer now—just think on it and let me know tomorrow.
natural