A1verb 1K

Forget

🇬🇧 UK /["/fəˈɡet/","/fəˈɡets/","/fəˈɡɒt/","/fəˈɡɒtn/","/fəˈɡetɪŋ/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/fərˈɡet/","/fərˈɡets/","/fərˈɡɑːt/","/fərˈɡɑːtn/","/fərˈɡetɪŋ/"]/

Meaning of Forget

to not remember to do something that you ought to do, or to bring or buy something that you ought to bring or buy

In simple words: To fail to remember something.

Forget in a sentence

• I always forget where I put my keys.
• Don't forget to call your mother on her birthday.
• Sometimes I wish I could forget the bad memories.
• It's easy to forget the small details when you're busy.
• She tried to forget about the argument they had.

How to use Forget

Use 'forget' in neutral contexts when discussing memory. Avoid in formal writing; consider 'neglect' or 'overlook' instead.

Grammar pattern

forget + object

Memory hint

Think of a 'forgotten' note left behind—something you can't remember.

Related words

Collocations with Forget

• completely
• quite
• totally
• seem to
• tend to
• want to
• about
• forget all about something
• keep forgetting
• largely forgotten
• completely
• quite
• totally
• seem to
• tend to
• want to
• about
• forget all about something
• keep forgetting
• largely forgotten
• completely
• quite
• totally
• seem to
• tend to
• want to
• about
• forget all about something
• keep forgetting
• largely forgotten

Synonyms for Forget

• neglect
• overlook
• disregard
• dismiss
• ignore

Opposites of Forget

• remember
• recall

Common mistakes with Forget

• 'Forget' is incorrectly used with a gerund (e.g., 'forget doing' instead of 'forget to do').
• Confusing 'forget' with 'forgive' which have different meanings.
• Using 'forget' inappropriately in passive forms.

Frequently asked questions about Forget

What does Forget mean?

To fail to remember something.

What is the definition of Forget?

to not remember to do something that you ought to do, or to bring or buy something that you ought to bring or buy

How do you use Forget in a sentence?

I always forget where I put my keys.

Can you give another example of Forget?

Don't forget to call your mother on her birthday.

What are synonyms for Forget?

Common alternatives include neglect, overlook, disregard, dismiss, ignore.

What is the opposite of Forget?

Opposite meanings include remember, recall.

What words go with Forget?

It commonly pairs with completely, quite, totally, seem to, tend to, want to, about, forget all about something, keep forgetting, largely forgotten, completely, quite, totally, seem to, tend to, want to, about, forget all about something, keep forgetting, largely forgotten, completely, quite, totally, seem to, tend to, want to, about, forget all about something, keep forgetting, largely forgotten.

What are common mistakes when using Forget?

'Forget' is incorrectly used with a gerund (e.g., 'forget doing' instead of 'forget to do'). Confusing 'forget' with 'forgive' which have different meanings. Using 'forget' inappropriately in passive forms.

How do you pronounce Forget?

US: /["/fərˈɡet/","/fərˈɡets/","/fərˈɡɑːt/","/fərˈɡɑːtn/","/fərˈɡetɪŋ/"]/, UK: /["/fəˈɡet/","/fəˈɡets/","/fəˈɡɒt/","/fəˈɡɒtn/","/fəˈɡetɪŋ/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Forget?

Use 'forget' in neutral contexts when discussing memory. Avoid in formal writing; consider 'neglect' or 'overlook' instead.

What CEFR level is Forget?

"Forget" is at A1 level on the CEFR scale.