ようと思う

Am thinking of doing; intend to

Romaji: youto u

Meaning & usage

~ think ~ will | The speaker desires or decides to do something.

Example sentences 5

  1. 僕はあの人とはもう話すまいと思う。

    I think I won't talk to that person any more.

  2. 夏休みに日本アルプスに登ろうと思います。

    I think I will climb the Japan Alps during summer vacation.

  3. 森さんはワープロを買おうと思っています。

    Mr. Mori is thinking of buying a word processor.

  4. 私はもう酒を飲むまいと思います。

    I think I will not drink alcohol any longer.

  5. 私は日本歴史を読もうと思う・思います。

    I think I will read Japanese history (books).