denkend
Translation
thinking, reasoning, cognitive, sentient
Examples
Der Mensch ist ein denkendes Wesen.
Man is a thinking being.
Grammar Patterns
((attributive)) ((a thinking person)) attributively: a thinking person A thinking person asks questions.
Similar Words
Synonyms: nachdenklich, überlegend, rational
Etymology
From the verb 'denken' (to think) + '-d' (present participle ending). Literally 'thinking'.
Memory Tips
Just add '-d' to the verb 'denken' to form the participle, like adding '-ing' to 'think' in English.