Meaning 1neutral · 82%
Quietly and seriously thinking about something.
Natural examples
Nach dem Gespräch ging sie nachdenklich nach Hause.
She went home thoughtfully after the conversation.
Sein nachdenklicher Blick blieb am Fenster hängen.
His thoughtful gaze rested on the window.
Die Frage machte mich kurz nachdenklich.
The question made me thoughtful for a moment.
Usage note
Gradable adjective describing a person or expression, often after an experience or discussion.
Mini-lesson: nachdenklich
Quietly and seriously thinking about something. Gradable adjective describing a person or expression, often after an experience or discussion.
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