This is the 4241st most frequent German word.
dachte
"Dachte" means "thought" (past tense of "think").
The verb 'dachte' is used as the past tense form of 'denken', indicating a completed thought or opinion in the past.
Ich dachte, das wäre eine gute Idee.
I thought that was a good idea.
Here, 'dachte' expresses reflection on past experiences, showing recollection or reminiscence.
Sie dachte an ihre Kindheit zurück.
She thought back to her childhood.
In this sentence, 'dachte' signifies considering or pondering over a statement or idea presented by someone else.