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Conjugation Chart of “Pensar” (to think) in the Imperative Mood (Affirmative Commands)

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Understanding the Imperative Mood (Affirmative Commands) of “Pensar”

The Imperative Mood (Affirmative Commands) of Pensar is used to give direct orders or instructions related to thinking or considering something, for example Piensa en tus sueños. (Think about your dreams.)

This is a stem-changing verb, where the ‘e’ changes to ‘ie’ in all forms except nosotros and vosotros. The conjugations follow a regular pattern once the stem change is applied.

How to Use Pensar in the Imperative Mood (Affirmative Commands)

Pensar generally means “to think”, but has several different meanings in the Imperative Mood (Affirmative Commands), some of which might surprise you.

To think about something: for example, ¡Piensa en tus acciones! (Think about your actions!)

To consider or ponder: for example, ¡Piensa bien antes de tomar una decisión! (Consider carefully before making a decision!)

To intend or plan: for example, ¡Piensa quedarte en casa esta noche! (Plan to stay home tonight!)

To believe or suppose: for example, ¡Piensa lo que quieras! (Believe what you want!)

To remember or recall: for example, ¡Piensa en lo que te dije! (Remember what I told you!)

Colloquial usage (rude): for example, ¡Piensa un poco, idiota! (Think a little, you idiot!) This rude usage implies the person is not thinking clearly.

Real Life Examples of Pensar in the Imperative Mood (Affirmative Commands)

¡Piensa en las consecuencias antes de actuar! (Think about the consequences before acting!)

Por favor, piensa detenidamente antes de tomar una decisión. (Please think carefully before making a decision.)

Cuando viajes, piensa en empacar liviano. (When traveling, think about packing light.)

Mamá, pensemos en ideas para celebrar el cumpleaños de papá. (Mom, let’s think of ideas to celebrate dad’s birthday.)

Amigos, pensad en formas de ahorrar energía en casa. (Friends, think of ways to save energy at home.)

Colegas, piensen en estrategias para mejorar la productividad. (Colleagues, think of strategies to improve productivity.)

Antes de comprar un coche nuevo, piensa en los costos de mantenimiento. (Before buying a new car, think about the maintenance costs.)

En la reunión familiar, piense en compartir sus ideas con respeto. (At the family gathering, think about sharing your ideas respectfully.)

¿Quieres cambiar de trabajo? Piensa bien en los pros y los contras. (Do you want to change jobs? Think carefully about the pros and cons.)

Oye, piensa en una excusa creíble para llegar tarde. (Hey, think of a believable excuse for being late.)

Chicos, pensemos en actividades divertidas para el fin de semana. (Guys, let’s think of fun activities for the weekend.)

Equipo, piensen en formas innovadoras de atraer más clientes. (Team, think of innovative ways to attract more customers.)

Antes de mudarte, piensa en los servicios que necesitarás en el nuevo lugar. (Before moving, think about the services you’ll need in the new place.)

En la próxima junta, piense en presentar sus ideas con claridad. (At the next meeting, think about presenting your ideas clearly.)

Cuando planifiques tus vacaciones, piensa en visitar lugares culturales. (When planning your vacation, think about visiting cultural sites.)

Conjugation Chart with English Translations

Conjugations of Pensar (to think) in the Imperative Mood (Affirmative Commands) (Castilian Spanish) with English Translations:

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Synonyms

The Imperative mood is also known as the Command Form, Affirmative Command Mood, or Direct Command Form in English, and as Modo Imperativo, Imperativo Afirmativo, Mandatos Afirmativos, or Forma de Mandato in Spanish.