Swedish · Common Verbs
Tänka
To think
Beginnerverb
Definition
To use your mind to consider something.
Example
Jag ska tänka på saken.
I will think about it.
Etymology
'Tänka' originates from the Old Norse 'þenka', which means 'to think'. It relates to cognitive processes and has remained largely unchanged throughout its history.
How & Where It’s Used
'Tänka' is common in both informal and formal contexts, applicable in discussions involving opinions, ideas, and thoughts in spoken and written forms.