Learn How to use Italian verb "Pensare" with Pronouns LO, NE, CI (Subtitles)

This video explains how to use the Italian verb 'pensare' (to think) with different prepositions and corresponding pronouns. The video demonstrates three ways to use 'pensare' with examples and explains the use of pronouns 'lo', 'ci', and 'ne' based on the preposition following 'pensare', offering learners a guide to understanding these grammatical structures.

Using 'Pensare' without Preposition

• 00:01:30 'Pensare' without a preposition indicates a statement or opinion. The pronoun 'lo' replaces the entire subordinate clause in the answer, as seen in the example: 'I think Tiziana is nice.' - 'I think so too.' The use of 'lo' is consistent when there is no preposition after 'pensare'.

Using 'Pensare' with 'a'

• 00:03:13 When using 'pensare' with the preposition 'a', the pronoun 'ci' can be used and often replaces 'to this' in a sentence, indicating a reference to something specific. For example, 'I'll take care of it' can be used as a fixed expression, meaning 'I'll take care of this' or 'I'll take care of the bill'.

Using 'Pensare' with 'di'

• 00:05:39 When asking for someone's opinion, 'pensare' is often used with the preposition 'di'. In such cases, the pronoun 'ne' replaces the object of the opinion. For example, 'What do you think of this idea?' uses 'ne' to replace 'of the idea', making it concise and idiomatic.