methinks
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Verb — An old-fashioned or humorous way of saying "it seems to me" or "I think".
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Etymology
From Old English mē þynceþ ("it seems to me"), combining me with an old verb meaning "to seem" — not historically related to the verb think, despite the resemblance.
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What does “methinks” mean?
The word “methinks” means an old-fashioned or humorous way of saying "it seems to me" or "I think". In plain terms, an archaic way to say "I think" — mostly used jokingly today.
How do you pronounce “methinks”?
“Methinks” is pronounced mih-THIHNGKS (/miˈθɪŋks/ in IPA).
How do you use “methinks” in a sentence?
Here is “methinks” used in a sentence: “Methinks the lady doth protest too much.”
What part of speech is “methinks”?
“Methinks” is a verb.
Where does the word “methinks” come from?
The word “methinks” comes from Old English. From Old English mē þynceþ ("it seems to me"), combining me with an old verb meaning "to seem" — not historically related to the verb think, despite the resemblance.