überdenken
Translation
to reconsider, to rethink, to reflect on
Examples
Ich muss meinen Plan noch einmal überdenken.
I have to rethink my plan.
Er hat seine Entscheidung gründlich überdacht.
He thoroughly reconsidered his decision.
Wir sollten unsere Strategie überdenken.
We should reconsider our strategy.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) to reconsider sth. I need to reconsider my decision.
Similar Words
Synonyms: reconsider, rethink; Antonyms: ignore, act spontaneously
Etymology
Composed of 'über' (over, again) and 'denken' (to think). The literal translation is 'to over-think' or 'to think over'.
Memory Tips
The inseparable prefix 'über-' often implies a comprehensive mental action. Imagine looking 'over' your entire plan to re-evaluate it.