pensara
“pensara” means “thought” in Spanish (in 'what if' or hypothetical scenarios).
thought
Also: were to think, would think
📝 In Action
Si yo pensara eso, no estaría aquí.
B1If I thought that, I wouldn't be here.
No creía que ella pensara tan rápido.
B1I didn't think that she would think so fast.
Ojalá él pensara más en su futuro.
B1I wish he would think more about his future.
🔄 Conjugations
subjunctive
imperfect
present
indicative
preterite
imperfect
present
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Quick Quiz: pensara
Question 1 of 1
Which sentence is correct for 'If I thought about it, I would know'?
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📚 Etymology▼
Comes from the Latin word 'pensare,' which originally meant 'to weigh.' Over time, it shifted from weighing physical objects to 'weighing' ideas in your head.
First recorded: 12th century
Cognates (Related words)
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between 'pensara' and 'pensase'?
There is no difference in meaning! They are two different versions of the same 'what if' form. 'Pensara' is much more common in Latin America, while both are used in Spain.
Does 'pensara' mean 'he thought'?
Sometimes! It means 'he thought' only in specific situations like 'I wanted him to think' or 'If he thought.' If you just want to say 'He thought' as a simple fact, use 'pensó'.