thought
gb/θˈɔt/ us/θˈɔt/
A2
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Sustantivo
A2
abstract
1
idea or opinion in the mind
An idea in your mind, or an opinion you tell someone.
Patrón de uso:
a thought; thoughts about/on [something]; the thought of [something/doing something]; the thought that [clause]
Error frecuente:
Use "thoughts" for opinions or comments in phrases like "What are your thoughts on this?" Do not say "What are your thinks?"
Sinónimos
idea (general and common; often less personal than "thought")
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notion (a tentative or slightly formal idea)
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opinion (a view or judgment, especially one you express)
Antónimos
fact (objective information rather than an idea or opinion in someone's mind)
Colocaciones
have a thought
|a thought crosses your mind
|share your thoughts
|thoughts on something
|a final thought
|a random thought
|a pleasant thought
|negative thoughts
|the thought that...
|the thought of...
Temas
core_vocabulary
|communication
|daily_life
|education
Ejemplos
- An odd thought crossed my mind as I waited for the bus.
- What are your thoughts on the new plan?
- My first thought was to call a doctor.
Ejemplos para estudiantes
- I had a strange thought.
- Tell me your thoughts.
- That thought made me happy.
Sustantivo
B1
process
2
process of thinking
The act of thinking carefully.
Patrón de uso:
uncountable; [adjective] thought; thought about [something]
Error frecuente:
In this uncountable sense, do not use "a thought" to mean thinking in general; say "thought" or "thinking."
Sinónimos
thinking (the most general word for the mental activity)
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reflection (careful thought about something)
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reasoning (logical thought used to reach conclusions)
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contemplation (deep, quiet, or serious thought)
Antónimos
action (doing something rather than thinking about it)
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instinct (a quick reaction not based on careful reasoning)
Colocaciones
deep thought
|clear thought
|critical thought
|independent thought
|creative thought
|thought process
|patterns of thought
|freedom of thought
|a process of thought
|thought and action
Temas
core_vocabulary
|education
|science
Ejemplos
- The puzzle demands clear thought and patience.
- Long walks give him time for quiet thought.
- The course teaches students independent thought, not just facts.
Ejemplos para estudiantes
- This question needs careful thought.
- He sat in quiet thought.
- The class encourages independent thought.
Sustantivo
B1
abstract
3
careful consideration
Careful thinking before you decide or do something.
Patrón de uso:
give thought to [something]; put thought into [something]; after much/some thought
Error frecuente:
Say "give thought to something" or "put thought into something," not "make thought to something."
Sinónimos
consideration (careful thinking before a decision)
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attention (active noticing or care)
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deliberation (careful and unhurried consideration)
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care (attention and effort put into doing something well)
Antónimos
neglect (lack of attention or care)
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disregard (not paying attention to something important)
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carelessness (acting without enough attention or planning)
Colocaciones
give thought to something
|give something some thought
|put thought into something
|after much thought
|with careful thought
|with serious thought
|little thought
|with no thought for something
|deserve thought
|further thought
Temas
core_vocabulary
|daily_life
|work
|business
Ejemplos
- We need to give more thought to how customers will use the app.
- She put a lot of thought into her wedding speech.
- After much thought, he decided to change jobs.
Ejemplos para estudiantes
- Give it some thought.
- I put thought into the gift.
- After much thought, I said no.
Sustantivo
formal
B2
abstract
4
body of ideas or beliefs
The main ideas of a group, period, or subject.
Patrón de uso:
[adjective] thought; thought about/on [a subject]
Error frecuente:
Usually uncountable in this sense: say "modern thought," not "modern thoughts," when you mean a body of ideas.
Sinónimos
ideology (a system of ideas and beliefs, often political or social)
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philosophy (broad principles or ideas about life, knowledge, or a subject)
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thinking (less formal; a group's general way of understanding something)
Antónimos
practice (actions and real-world methods rather than ideas or theories)
Colocaciones
political thought
|economic thought
|scientific thought
|religious thought
|Western thought
|modern thought
|feminist thought
|current thought
|school of thought
|a tradition of thought
Temas
education
|politics
|society
|religion
|history
Ejemplos
- The book examines political thought in ancient Greece.
- Her research changed modern thought about language learning.
- Those ideas are important in Islamic thought.
Ejemplos para estudiantes
- We studied Greek thought.
- His work shaped modern thought.
- Political thought can change society.
Gramática
Forma de diccionario
thought
AFI
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Sílabas y acento
thought (1 sílaba)
Stress on 1st syllable (thought)
Formas de la palabra
Noun
- Base: thought
- Plural: thought, thoughts
Expresiones
food for thought
1/fˈud fɚ θˈɔt/
idiom
something that makes you think
Something that makes you think carefully or seriously about something.
Ejemplos
- His speech gave us all some real food for thought.
- That article was definitely food for thought about climate change.
food for thought
1/fˈud fɚ θˈɔt/
idiom
something worth thinking about
An idea or information that makes you think.
Ejemplos
- The documentary gave us plenty of food for thought.
- Her suggestion is food for thought as we plan next year.
- The feedback from customers offers serious food for thought.
have second thoughts
1/hˈæv sˈɛkənd θˈɔts/
fixed phrase
begin to doubt a decision
To become unsure about something you already decided.
Ejemplos
- She accepted the offer but later had second thoughts.
- Investors are having second thoughts about the deal.
- If you have second thoughts, we can postpone the trip.
it's the thought that counts
1/ˈɪts ðə θˈɔt ðˈæt kˈaʊnts/
idiom
kind intention matters most
The kindness behind a gift or action is more important than the gift itself.
Ejemplos
- The cake was a little burned, but it's the thought that counts.
- I couldn't buy much, but she said it was the thought that counts.
- Even a small card can mean a lot; it's the thought that counts.
lost in thought
1/lˈɔst ˈɪn θˈɔt/
fixed phrase
deeply absorbed in thinking
Thinking deeply and not noticing things around you.
Ejemplos
- He was so lost in thought that he missed his stop.
- She stared out the window, lost in thought.
- I found him alone in the garden, lost in thought.
on second thought
1/ˈɔn sˈɛkənd θˈɔt/
fixed phrase
changed mind after reconsidering
Say this when you change your mind after thinking again.
Ejemplos
- I was going to email her, but on second thought I'll call.
- On second thought, let's take the train.
- He almost bought the jacket, then on second thought put it back.
spare a thought for
1/spˈɛɹ ə θˈɔt fɚ/
fixed phrase
think sympathetically about someone
To take a moment to think kindly about someone who is having a hard time.
Ejemplos
- Spare a thought for the people who have to work over the holidays.
- As you enjoy the sunshine, spare a thought for those stuck in the office.
- We should spare a thought for families affected by the flood.
spare a thought for
1/spˈɛɹ ə θˈɔt fɚ/
fixed phrase
think sympathetically about someone
To remember and feel sympathy for someone.
Ejemplos
- Spare a thought for the nurses working through the holiday.
- As you enjoy the heat, spare a thought for people without air conditioning.
- The article asks readers to spare a thought for families affected by the flood.
train of thought
1/tɹˈeɪn əv θˈɔt/
fixed phrase
Connected sequence of ideas in mind
The line of ideas you are thinking about.
Ejemplos
- I lost my train of thought when he interrupted me.
- She paused to gather her train of thought before continuing.
train of thought
1/tɹˈeɪn əv θˈɔt/
fixed phrase
connected series of ideas
The line of ideas you are following in your mind.
Ejemplos
- I lost my train of thought when the phone rang.
- His speech was hard to follow because his train of thought kept shifting.
- Let me finish this train of thought before we change topics.
without a second thought
1/wɪðˈaʊt ə sˈɛkənd θˈɔt/
fixed phrase
without hesitation or consideration
Without thinking carefully first; very quickly.
Ejemplos
- She ran to help without a second thought.
- He shared his password without a second thought, which was risky.
- Many people throw old phones away without a second thought.