Remember
/rɪˈmɛmbər/
Definitions
3 meaningsTo bring back a thought or piece of information to your mind; to recall.
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To recall something to mind.
I can't remember his name.
💡 Simply: It's like when you're trying to figure out what you had for dinner last night, or when you suddenly think of a fun trip you took. It's about bringing things back from your brain's memory bank!
👶 For kids: To think about something that happened before.
More Examples
Do you remember the first time we met?
I need to remember to buy milk on the way home.
How It's Used
"I can't remember where I put my keys."
"She remembered her grandmother's advice."
"We must remember the sacrifices made by our ancestors."
To keep in mind for future action; to not forget to do something.
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To keep in mind for future action.
Remember to lock the door.
💡 Simply: It's like when your mom reminds you to brush your teeth, or when you tell yourself to bring your lunch. It's about making sure you don't forget to do something.
👶 For kids: To keep in your head so you don't forget to do something.
More Examples
Remember to send me the email.
I must remember my doctor's appointment.
How It's Used
"Remember to bring your passport."
"Remember what you promised me."
To honor or show respect to someone or something, especially by recalling their existence or achievements.
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To show respect or honor to.
We will always remember those who fought for our freedom.
💡 Simply: When we honor someone, we 'remember' them, and give them respect. Think of it as the act of keeping someone, like a family member, in your memory.
👶 For kids: To think about and show that you care about someone or something that is important.
More Examples
The town remembers the victims of the fire every year.
Let us remember the spirit of the founder.
How It's Used
"We remember the soldiers who died in the war."
"Let us remember the victims of the tragedy."
Synonyms & Antonyms
Idioms & expressions
remember me to
To send greetings to someone on your behalf.
"Remember me to your family."
From Middle English rememberen, remembren, from Old French remembrer, from Latin re- + memor ('mindful').
The word 'remember' has been used in English since the 13th century and has retained a relatively consistent meaning throughout its history.
Memory tip
Re-member: To bring back a member (a thought or detail) that was lost or forgotten.
Word Origin
"mindful, remembering"