This is the 739th most frequent Italian word.
penso
"I think."
In this case, 'penso' is used to express personal opinion or belief about a subject, often leading a subjunctive clause.
Penso che sia una buona idea.
I think it's a good idea.
Here, 'penso' refers to dedicating mental attention or reflection on something, often followed by 'a' or 'su.'
Ogni mattina penso ai miei sogni.
Every morning I think about my dreams.
In this usage, 'penso' denotes a mental association or automatic thought triggered by an experience.