nghĩ
Tôi nghĩ về tương lai.
I think about the future.
To use one's mind to consider, reflect, or reason about something.
Hãy nghĩ kỹ trước khi quyết định.
Think carefully before deciding.
This is the most common and basic meaning of 'nghĩ'.
To believe or have an opinion about something.
Tôi nghĩ anh ấy sẽ đến muộn.
I think he will arrive late.
Often used to express personal opinions or expectations.
Related Phrases
Pro Tip
Common Usage
'Nghĩ' is often followed by 'về' or 'đến' to specify what you are thinking about.
Gold Rule
Prepositional Phrases
Remember to use 'về' for general topics and 'đến' for specific ideas or people.
Word Origin
Derived from the Sino-Vietnamese word 'nghĩ' (思), meaning 'to think' or 'to consider'.
Usage Notes
'Nghĩ' is a versatile verb that can be used in both formal and informal contexts. It is often used with prepositions like 'về' (about) and 'đến' (of).