mentioning

word · lemma: mention

/ˈmɛnʃənɪŋ/
MEN-shuh-ning
/mˈɛnʃənɪŋ/
MEN-shuh-ning

Definition

Saying or writing about someone or something briefly, usually to inform or bring attention without much detail.

Usage & Nuances

Often used when referring to including something in conversation, writing, or speech. Common phrases: 'worth mentioning', 'just mentioning', 'without mentioning'. More formal than 'talking about'. Used in both positive and negative contexts.

Spanish: mencionarPortuguese (BR): mencionarPortuguese (PT): mencionarChinese (Simplified): 提到 - 提及Chinese (Traditional): 提到 - 提及Hindi: ज़िक्र करनाArabic: ذِكرBengali: উল্লেখ করাRussian: упоминаниеJapanese: 言及することVietnamese: nhắc đếnKorean: 언급Turkish: bahsetmekUrdu: ذکر کرناIndonesian: menyebut

Example Sentences

Are you mentioning this because it happened to you?

natural

By mentioning the problem, you helped us find a solution.

natural

If you keep mentioning it, people will start to notice.

natural

Thank you for mentioning my birthday.

basic

She was mentioning her travel plans at lunch.

basic

I am not mentioning anyone in particular.

basic