contemplate in Dutch

contemplate in Dutch is beschouwen, overwegen, contempleren — contemplate means to think about something carefully and at length; to consider deeply.

contemplate in Dutch

beschouwen

verb

To look at on all sides or in all its aspects; to view or consider with continued attention; to regard with deliberate care; to meditate on; to study, ponder, or consider.

overwegen

verb

To look at on all sides or in all its aspects; to view or consider with continued attention; to regard with deliberate care; to meditate on; to study, ponder, or consider.

contempleren

verb

To look at on all sides or in all its aspects; to view or consider with continued attention; to regard with deliberate care; to meditate on; to study, ponder, or consider.

What does "contemplate" mean?

verb To think about something carefully and at length; to consider deeply.
"He sat by the window, contemplating his next move."
verb To consider something as a possible future action.
"They are contemplating a move to the countryside."

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

contemplate in a sentence

He sat by the window, contemplating his next move.
She contemplated the painting for several minutes before speaking.
They are contemplating a move to the countryside.

Similar words in Dutch

meditate mull over ponder speculate

Common Dutch translations

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Frequently asked questions

What is "contemplate" in Dutch?

"contemplate" in Dutch is beschouwen, overwegen, contempleren. contemplate means: To think about something carefully and at length; to consider deeply.

How do you use "contemplate" in a sentence?

Example: "He sat by the window, contemplating his next move." In Dutch, "contemplate" is beschouwen, overwegen, contempleren.

Are there other ways to say "contemplate" in Dutch?

Yes — Dutch has 3 translations listed for "contemplate": beschouwen, overwegen, contempleren.

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