B1verb1K

Remind

UK /["/rɪˈmaɪnd/","/rɪˈmaɪndz/","/rɪˈmaɪndɪd/","/rɪˈmaɪndɪŋ/"]/US /["/rɪˈmaɪnd/","/rɪˈmaɪndz/","/rɪˈmaɪndɪd/","/rɪˈmaɪndɪŋ/"]/

Definition

to help somebody remember something, especially something important that they must do

In simple words: to help someone remember something

Examples

  • Please remind me to call my mom later.
  • Can you remind John about the meeting tomorrow?
  • She always reminds me of my childhood.
  • The smell of fresh cookies reminded him of home.
  • I will remind you to pick up the groceries.

Usage notes

Use 'remind' when you want to make someone aware of something they may have forgotten. It's suitable for both formal and informal contexts, but avoid using it in very casual or playful situations.

Grammar pattern

remind + object + of + something

Memory hint

Think of 'remind' as 're-mind'—replacing or refreshing someone's mind about a memory.

Collocations

  • forcefully
  • forcibly
  • strongly
  • not have to
  • not need to
  • serve to
  • about
  • of
  • keep reminding somebody

Synonyms

  • alert
  • notify
  • provoke
  • call to mind
  • bring to attention

Antonyms

  • forget
  • neglect

Common mistakes

  • Confused with 'remember' - 'remind' requires an object.
  • Incorrect preposition - remember to use 'of' after 'remind'.