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contemplate

UK
/ˈkɒntəmpleɪt/
US
/ˈkɑːntəmpleɪt/

Translations

contemplateverb
contemplated
Past Simple
contemplated
Past Participle
contemplating
Gerund
UK
/ˈkɒntəmpleɪt/
US
/ˈkɑːntəmpleɪt/
envisagerPour l’idée d’avoir à l’esprit un projet ou une possibilité.
They are contemplating a trip to Europe next summer.
Ils envisagent un voyage en Europe l’été prochain.
méditerS’emploie surtout dans un contexte spirituel ou religieux.
The monk sat quietly in his cell, contemplating the nature of the universe.
Le moine était assis en silence dans sa cellule, méditant sur la nature de l’univers.
She sat on the park bench to contemplate the beauty of the sunset.
Elle s’est assise sur le banc du parc pour contempler la beauté du coucher de soleil.
examinerS’emploie pour une réflexion approfondie, notamment dans un contexte analytique.
He needed time to contemplate the consequences of his decision.
Il avait besoin de temps pour examiner les conséquences de sa décision.
Synonyms
consider
ruminate
think about
deliberate
mull over
meditate
reflect
ponder

Definitions

contemplateverb
To look at or view with continued attention; observe or study thoughtfully.
She sat on the park bench to contemplate the beauty of the sunset.
To consider thoroughly; think fully or deeply about.
He needed time to contemplate the consequences of his decision.
To have in mind as a possibility or plan; intend.
They are contemplating a trip to Europe next summer.
To think deeply or meditate, especially on spiritual or religious matters.
The monk sat quietly in his cell, contemplating the nature of the universe.
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