NOUN

Nachdenken/ˈnaːxˌdɛŋkn̩/reflection; contemplation; pondering

Nachdenken is a German noun that means reflection, contemplation, or pondering. It is pronounced /ˈnaːxˌdɛŋkn̩/.

Definitions

1.the process of thinking deeply about something(mental process)

a.sustained, thoughtful consideration

Nach langem Nachdenken traf sie die richtige Entscheidung.After much reflection, she made the right decision.

b.deliberate pondering before acting

Ein bisschen Nachdenken kann oft Probleme verhindern.A bit of reflection can often prevent problems.

Declension

Genderneuter

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Frequently asked questions

What does "Nachdenken" mean in English?
"Nachdenken" means reflection, contemplation, or pondering. It is a German noun.
How do you pronounce "Nachdenken"?
"Nachdenken" is pronounced /ˈnaːxˌdɛŋkn̩/ in the International Phonetic Alphabet.
What part of speech is "Nachdenken"?
"Nachdenken" is a noun in German.

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