JLPT N4 Elementary
考える
To think logically, consider deliberately, or formulate a plan.
Readings
Other forms
考えます polite form
考えて te-form
考えた plain past
考えよう volitional
考えられる potential
1 Verb (Ichidan)
"To think" / "To consider"
Describes the act of mentally processing information, solving problems, or weighing options objectively.
Example
よく 考え てから 返事 を ください 。
Please give me your answer after thinking it over carefully.
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2 Verb (Ichidan)
"To come up with" / "To plan"
Involves devising a new idea, creating a specific plan, or determining a future course of action.
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