Dar que pensar
Example: La película me dio que pensar sobre la amistad verdadera.
Definition
"Dar que pensar" is a Spanish expression meaning to provoke reflection or cause someone to think deeply about a subject, often leading to reconsideration or contemplation. For example, a movie that "dar que pensar" makes viewers reflect on important themes like true friendship.
Etymology
The phrase "dar que pensar" literally translates to 'give to think' in English. It combines the verb 'dar' (to give) with 'que pensar' (that to think), indicating that something provides material or reasons for thought. It evolved as a figurative expression to describe situations or stimuli that encourage reflection.
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"Dar que pensar" appears in the Vocaplus list "Spanish - General - Modismos y refranes - (B2) - parte 1", containing 105 commonly used expressions.
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