remember
word
/ɹiˈmɛmbɝ/, /ɹɪˈmɛmbɝ/
ri-MEM-ber
/ɹɪmˈɛmbɐ/
ri-MEM-buh
Definition
To keep a fact, event, or piece of information in your mind and be able to bring it to your mind again.
Usage & Nuances
Common verb used in everyday speech. Often followed by a noun or clause (e.g., 'remember the meeting', 'remember to call'). Can also mean to remind oneself or others. Sometimes confused with 'forget'.
Spanish: recordarPortuguese (BR): lembrarPortuguese (PT): lembrarChinese (Simplified): 记得Chinese (Traditional): 記得Hindi: याद रखनाArabic: تذكرBengali: মনে রাখা - স্মরণ করাRussian: помнить - вспоминатьJapanese: 覚える - 思い出すVietnamese: nhớKorean: 기억하다Turkish: hatırlamakUrdu: یاد رکھناIndonesian: mengingat
Example Sentences
I remember my first day at school.
basic
Remember to lock the door before you leave.
basic
Do you remember her name?
basic
I can't remember where I put my keys.
natural
Remember when we used to play here as kids?
natural
Don’t forget to remember what I told you.
natural