denK

Denk is a term with several uses in language and culture. In German, denk- is the stem related to the verb denken, meaning to think. It appears in many compound words such as Denkmal (monument or memorial), Denkweise (way of thinking), and Gedanke (thought). As a standalone form, denk functions as part of inflected forms of denken in everyday speech.

Denk also occurs as a surname in German-speaking regions, where it can be found among individuals across different professions. As a proper noun, it may appear in geographic names or in branding and organization names in various countries.

DENK is the name of a Dutch political party established in 2015 by Tunahan Kuzu and Selçuk Öztürk after leaving the Labour Party. The party’s name is a stylized form of the Dutch word denk, meaning think, and it signals a focus on reflection and scrutiny of social issues. DENK campaigns on anti-discrimination, equal rights, and social inclusion, with particular emphasis on minority communities. It has participated in national and local elections and has held seats in the Dutch Parliament and regional legislatures.

Beyond these uses, denk may appear in a range of contexts as a surname, a place name element, or part of branding, literary titles, or fictional works. The term does not designate a single, universal entity, but rather a set of related linguistic and nominal applications.