Rozmyslet

Rozmyslet is a Czech verb meaning to think something over, to consider, or to deliberate in order to arrive at a decision. It is a perfective verb formed with the prefix roz- added to the root myslet (to think). With the reflexive particle si, as in rozmyslet si, it emphasizes performing the act of thinking for oneself and is commonly used when a person needs time to decide.

Usage and nuance: Rozmyslet si is typically used when a decision depends on careful consideration. It often appears in phrases like “Musím si to rozmyslet” (I need to think it over) or “Ještě si to musím rozmyslet” (I still have to think it over). The verb contrasts with more thorough or broader thinking terms such as promyslet (to think through in detail) or zvážit (to weigh up and evaluate). As a perfective verb, its present tense generally expresses a future action: “Rozmyslím si to,” meaning I will think it over or I will decide after thinking.

Conjugation and forms: Rozmyslet is used with a standard set of Czech verb forms. In the past, you would say “rozmyslel jsem si to” (I have thought it over / I decided after thinking) or “rozmyslela jsem si to” for feminine speakers. The imperative forms include “rozmysli si to” (think it over) and “rozmyslete si to” (think it over, plural or formal).

Related terms: Promyslet (to think through thoroughly), zvážit (to weigh up), and rozhodnout se (to decide). These verbs share the theme of considering choices before reaching a decision.