remembered

word · lemma: remember

/ɹiˈmɛmbɝd/
ri-MEM-burd
/ɹɪmˈɛmbəd/
ri-MEM-buhd

Definition

Past form of 'remember'. It means someone kept something in their mind, brought it back to their mind, or did something because they did not forget it.

Usage & Nuances

Often followed by a noun ('remembered his name'), a clause ('remembered that...'), or an infinitive for duties ('remembered to call'). 'Remembered doing' refers to a memory of a past action. Don't confuse it with 'reminded', which means someone helped another person remember.

Example Sentences

I remembered your birthday this year.

basic

She remembered where she put the keys.

basic

He remembered to lock the door.

basic

Then I remembered I had left my phone at home.

natural

I suddenly remembered meeting her years ago.

natural

Luckily, we remembered to bring water.

natural