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How do you say thinking of in french?

There are a few ways to say "thinking of" in French, depending on the context and nuance you want to convey:

General:

* Penser à: This is the most common and literal translation of "thinking of." It implies simply having someone or something in your thoughts.

* J'ai pensé à toi/vous: This translates to "I thought of you" and is a more specific way of saying you were thinking about someone in particular.

More specific meanings:

* Rêver de: This translates to "dreaming of" and implies a more wishful or romantic thought.

* S'inquiéter de: This translates to "worrying about" and implies concern or anxiety.

* Se souvenir de: This translates to "remembering" and implies recalling a past memory.

Examples:

* Je pense à toi. (I'm thinking of you.)

* J'ai pensé à vous ce matin. (I thought of you this morning.)

* Je rêve de partir en voyage. (I'm dreaming of going on a trip.)

* Je m'inquiète de ton bien-être. (I'm worried about your well-being.)

* Je me souviens de notre premier rendez-vous. (I remember our first date.)

The best way to choose the right phrase depends on the specific situation and the emotion you want to express.

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