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Remind - Meaning, Definition & English Examples

Remind means to cause someone to remember something, often by giving a prompt or cue. It is used when helping others recall tasks, events, or information they might forget.

remind

/rɪˈmaɪnd/ /rɪˈmaɪnd/

Definition:

Cause someone to remember something or bring it back to their attention.

Synonyms:

prompt, cue, jog memory, nudge

Part of Speech:

verb

Antonyms:

forget, ignore

Common Collocations:

remind someone of something, remind me later, kindly remind, gently remind, constantly remind

Derivatives:

reminder, reminding

Usage Tips:

Use "remind" with an object (e.g., "remind me") and often followed by "of" or an infinitive (e.g., "remind her to call").

Common Phrases:

remind me again, need I remind you, reminds me of

Etymology:

From Old French *remembrer*, Latin *reminiscī*, meaning "to remember again."

Examples:

  • 1. Please remind me to buy milk tomorrow.
  • 2. This song reminds me of our vacation last summer.
  • 3. Can you remind her about the meeting at 3 PM?
  • 4. He reminded us to bring our passports for the trip.

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