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i thought vs it is though that

The phrases "I thought" and "It is thought that" are not directly comparable as they serve different purposes. "I thought" is used to express a personal opinion or belief, while "It is thought that" is used to indicate a general consensus or belief within a group or society.

Last updated: March 31, 2024

i thought

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English to express personal opinions or beliefs.

Use "I thought" to express something that you personally believed or considered to be true in the past.

Examples:

  • I thought the movie was great.
  • I thought she would arrive earlier.
  • I thought it was a good idea.

it is though that

This phrase is incorrect. The correct form is "It is thought that," which is used to indicate a general belief or consensus within a group or society.

Use "It is thought that" to introduce a commonly held belief or opinion.

Alternatives:

  • It is believed that
  • It is considered that
  • It is widely accepted that
  • It is commonly thought that
  • It is generally believed that

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