考虑 (kǎolǜ)

考虑 means to consider or think something over carefully. It implies deliberate reflection before making a decision, rather than a quick reaction.

Meanings

[verb] To consider; to think over; to take into account; to deliberate.

Example Sentences

我需要考虑一下这个问题。 Wǒ xūyào kǎolǜ yīxià zhège wèntí. I need to think this problem over for a moment.

他考虑了很久才做出决定。 Tā kǎolǜ le hěn jiǔ cái zuòchū juédìng. He deliberated for a long time before making his decision.

你有没有考虑过去国外工作？ Nǐ yǒu méiyǒu kǎolǜ guò qù guówài gōngzuò? Have you ever considered working abroad?

这个建议值得认真考虑。 Zhège jiànyì zhídé rènzhēn kǎolǜ. This suggestion is worth considering seriously.

Collocations

Collocation	Meaning
考虑一下	to think about it for a moment
认真考虑	to consider seriously
考虑清楚	to think through carefully
不考虑	to not consider; to disregard
充分考虑	to fully consider; to take full account of

Memory Hook

考 means to examine or test, and 虑 means to think or worry. When you 考虑 something, you are examining it with careful thought, testing every angle before deciding. Give your brain a proper exam before committing.