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Contemplate
UK
/ˈkɒntəmpleɪt/
US
/ˈkɑːntəmpleɪt/
Translation of "contemplate" into Russian
contemplate
Verb
UK
/ˈkɒntəmpleɪt/
US
/ˈkɑːntəmpleɪt/
contemplate
contemplates
contemplated Past Simple / Past Participle
contemplating Gerund
They are contemplating a new strategy for the project.
Они обдумывают новую стратегию для проекта.
He began to contemplate his future after graduation.
Он начал размышлять о своем будущем после окончания учебы.
She likes to contemplate the beauty of nature.
Ей нравится созерцать красоту природы.
Definitions
contemplate
Verb
UK
/ˈkɒntəmpleɪt/
US
/ˈkɑːntəmpleɪt/
To look at or view with continued attention; observe or study thoughtfully.
She sat on the park bench to contemplate the beauty of the sunset.
To consider thoroughly; think fully or deeply about.
He needed time to contemplate the consequences of his decision.
To have in mind as a possibility or plan; intend.
They are contemplating a trip to Europe next summer.
To think deeply or meditate, especially on spiritual or religious matters.
The monk sat quietly in his cell, contemplating the nature of the universe.
Idioms and phrases
contemplate (life)
Many people contemplate life during quiet moments.
размышлять о (жизни)
Многие люди размышляют о жизни в спокойные моменты.
contemplate (future)
She often contemplates future possibilities.
размышлять о (будущем)
Она часто размышляет о будущих возможностях.
contemplate (decision)
He needs time to contemplate the decision.
размышлять о (решении)
Ему нужно время, чтобы размышлять о решении.
contemplate (options)
They are contemplating their options carefully.
размышлять о (вариантах)
Они тщательно размышляют о своих вариантах.
contemplate (existence)
Philosophers often contemplate existence.
размышлять о (существовании)
Философы часто размышляют о существовании.