pienso
/ˈpjenso/
pienso is the Spanish way to say "I think".
When you want to express a thought or a belief in a sentence, you will frequently follow pienso with the conjunction que to mean "I think that". For example, you might say pienso que… to introduce the idea you believe to be true. Additionally, the phrase para mí is often used to introduce personal thoughts or opinions.
How does it change in a sentence?
pienso is the first-person singular present indicative form of the verb pensar.
How do you pronounce it?
/ˈpjenso/
Did you know?
- The noun pienso refers to animal feed, such as grain or pellets, which is a surprising connection to the verb 'to think'.
- In Spanish, pienso can express a firm intention to do something in the future, whereas in English 'I think' usually suggests uncertainty.
- The Latin root of pienso is pēnsum, which refers to a weight or a thing that has been weighed.
Examples in context
- Pienso que deberíamos considerar todas las posibilidades antes de tomar una decisión final.I think we should consider all possibilities before making a final decision.
- Pienso que tienes razón.I think you are right.
- Pienso que es una buena idea.I think it is a good idea.
- No pienso ir a la fiesta hoy.I don't think I'm going to the party today.
- Pienso mucho en mi familia.I think about my family a lot.
Example conversation
Two friends are discussing a possible travel plan.
- Javier¿Vas a viajar a España este año?Are you going to travel to Spain this year?
- ElenaNo lo sé, pero pienso hacerlo en verano.I don't know, but I think I'll do it in summer.
- JavierPienso que el clima será fantástico.I think the weather will be fantastic.
- ElenaSí, eso es verdad.Yes, that is true.
Sources
- Pronunciation: Wiktionary entry pienso, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries pienso, CC BY-SA 4.0.
