VocabJLPT N1
to think of
Godan VerbTransitive VerbIntransitive Verb

Definitions

  1. 1. to think of
  2. 2. to hit upon
  3. 3. to remember
This verb means to come up with an idea, to think of something, or to suddenly realize or devise a plan. It describes the moment when a thought or idea pops into your mind.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

In a dream, I came up with a strangely practical solution.

Sentence 2

Why are you only thinking of that now?

Sentence 3

The closer the deadline gets, the more I actually come up with good ideas.

Sentence 4

If you were to add a new feature, what would you come up with?

Sentence 5

Can you think of a different angle to approach this problem?