consider
/kənˈsɪdə/ · /kənˈsɪdər/
CEFR level B1Topic ThinkingWord #2719 in the learning path
考虑；仔细斟酌
Definitions
v. to think carefully about something before deciding
考虑；仔细斟酌
v. to have a particular opinion about someone or something
认为；视为
v. to take someone or something into account
顾及；考虑到
Example
We're considering taking the train instead of driving tomorrow.
我们正在考虑明天坐火车，而不开车。
Governments should consider the long-term environmental costs before approving major construction projects in sensitive coastal areas.
政府在批准生态敏感沿海地区的大型建设项目之前，应考虑其长期环境成本。
Collocations
- consider doing something
- consider the consequences
- consider all options
- be considered essential
Word family
- consideration (n.)
- considerate (adj.)
- considered (adj.)
Synonyms
- contemplate
- regard
Usage tip
“考虑做”用consider doing，不用consider to do。
FAQ
- What does consider mean?
- to think carefully about something before deciding to have a particular opinion about someone or something to take someone or something into account
- How is consider pronounced?
- UK /kənˈsɪdə/, US /kənˈsɪdər/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
