Master confusing words with ease
Think about vs. Think of
Think about
/θɪŋk əˈbaʊt/Examples:
She had to think about her future plans thoroughly.Did you ever think about how they met each other?He took time to think about the proposal before deciding.
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Think of
/θiŋk ɔv/Examples:
I often think of you when it rains.Think of the possibilities this new job holds.Try to think of a better solution.
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Ways to tell them apart:
- Think about usually involves deeper contemplation or consideration.
- Think of often suggests a more spontaneous or quick idea.
- If you think about a problem, you're likely analyzing it or exploring it more thoroughly.
- When you think of something, it's more akin to recall or a quick thought.
- Use think about for more concrete or deliberate thoughts and think of for abstract or fleeting ideas.
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