Meaning
small gift, thought
- A small token gift or gesture of appreciation.
- A brief thought or idea, often used in the idiom 'farci un pensierino' (to give it some thought).
In a sentence
Ti ho portato solo un piccolo pensierino per ringraziarti.
I just brought you a small gift to say thank you.
Sto facendo un pensierino a quel nuovo appartamento in centro.
I'm thinking about that new apartment downtown.
Non dovevi comprarmi nulla, bastava un pensierino!
You didn't have to buy me anything, a small token was enough!
Word forms (2)
| Word | Word forms |
|---|---|
| pensierino | masculine · singular |
| pensierini | masculine · plural |
Usage notes
- Diminutive of 'pensiero'. Often refers to an inexpensive present given as a gesture.
- The idiom 'farci un pensierino' means to toy with an idea or seriously consider an opportunity.