denkender
Translation
thinking, reasoning, pensive
Examples
Ein denkender Mensch stellt Fragen.
A thinking person asks questions.
Grammar Patterns
((denkender)) ((masculine noun)) a thinking (masculine noun) Ein denkender Mensch ist selten zufrieden.
Similar Words
nachdenklich (thoughtful), pensive (grübelnd)
Etymology
Inflected form of 'denkend', the present participle of the verb 'denken' (to think).
Memory Tips
Think of Rodin's famous statue 'The Thinker'. You could describe it in German as 'Der denkende Mensch'.