American English
/θɔt̚/
One syllable.
Used when someone considered an idea, problem, or plan in the past.
“Thought” usually sounds like “thawt” (/θɔt/). In some American accents, you may hear “thaht” (/θɑt/) instead.
Used when someone considered an idea, problem, or plan in the past.
I thought about your suggestion.
She thought through the problem carefully.
thought it through · thought it over · thought carefully
thought about + noun/verb-ing
thought through + noun
Used when someone believed something or had an opinion in the past.
I thought you were at work.
They thought the movie was boring.
thought so · thought otherwise
thought + (that) + sentence
thought + noun + was/were + adjective
An idea that comes into your mind.
I had a thought about the problem.
The thought of moving scares me.
a random thought · a strange thought · a sudden thought
a thought about + noun
the thought of + noun/verb-ing
Careful thinking about something, especially before deciding.
The offer deserves some thought.
After some thought, I accepted the job.
careful thought · deep thought · a great deal of thought
give + something + some thought
after some thought, + sentence
to think carefully about something
Give it some thought before you answer.
after thinking again, often when changing a decision
On second thought, I'll take the train.
without stopping to think or worry
She helped a stranger without a second thought.
The past form and the form used after have, has, or had are both thought.