~と思う
〜to omou
Formation
Verb-casual + と思う, い-Adjective + と思う, な-Adjective + だと思う, Noun + だと思う
Express one's thoughts or opinions; 'I think', 'I believe'.
When to use
Plain form + と思う: 'I think that'. Volitional + と思う (行こうと思う): 'I'm thinking of doing'.
Explanation
The ~と思う grammar point is used to express one's thoughts or opinions on a particular subject or situation. It can be translated as 'I think' or 'I believe' in English. The formation differs depending on whether it is used with a verb, い-adjective, な-adjective, or noun.
Example sentences
Corpus examples (60)
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I think it's going to be a nice day.
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I think it possible for man to live on the moon.
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I think it's too big for you.
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She seldom sings, but I think she will tonight.
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Guess what Tom gave Mary.
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I think Tom won't come.
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I think Tom and Mary are secretly married.
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I am sure that he is an honest man.
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By the way, do you think that when you die that's it?
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He is Mary's brother, I should think.
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No matter if you have money or not, live a life that's just right for you.
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If you're looking that sleepy I think anybody could tell.
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I think I will go to London after finishing high school.
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I suppose you're hungry.
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I don't think she could spare the time because she is always busy with her work.
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I don't doubt but that he will do it.
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Do you think Dad will change his mind?
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I don't think this is a good approach to biology.
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I think that Tom is almost deaf.
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I hope to see his picture soon.
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I think we're doing really well.
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Do you think I'm ugly?
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I don't think her story is true.
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I think Tom will be gone by the time we get there.
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I think there is little probability of his succeeding in the enterprise.