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UK/["/rɪˈmaɪndə(r)/"]/US/["/rɪˈmaɪndər/"]/

Meaning of Reminder

something that makes you think about or remember somebody/something, that you have forgotten or would like to forget

In simple words: Something to help you remember something.

Reminder in a sentence

  • I set a reminder on my phone to call the doctor tomorrow.
  • The email serves as a reminder that the deadline is next week.
  • This postcard is a reminder of our trip to Italy last summer.
  • Her kind words were a reminder of how supportive her family is.
  • You should leave a reminder note on the fridge so you don't forget.
  • That smell is a reminder of my grandmother's kitchen.

How to use Reminder

Use 'reminder' in everyday conversation. It's appropriate for informal settings and formal communication, such as in work emails. Avoid using it in overly casual contexts where simpler terms would suffice.

Grammar pattern

reminder + of + object

Memory hint

Think of a 'mind alarm' that goes off to help you remember.

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Collocations with Reminder

Synonyms for Reminder

Opposites of Reminder

  • forgetfulness
  • oblivion

Common mistakes with Reminder

  • Confusing 'reminder' with 'remind' (which is a verb)
  • Using 'reminder' without properly indicating what it is reminding of
  • Incorrectly pluralizing it as 'reminders' in cases where singular is needed

Compare Reminder with Prompt, Cue, Hint, Alert

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Frequently asked questions about Reminder

What does Reminder mean?

Something to help you remember something.

What is the definition of Reminder?

something that makes you think about or remember somebody/something, that you have forgotten or would like to forget

How do you use Reminder in a sentence?

I set a reminder on my phone to call the doctor tomorrow.

Can you give another example of Reminder?

The email serves as a reminder that the deadline is next week.

What are synonyms for Reminder?

Common alternatives include notification, prompt, cue, hint, alert.

What is the opposite of Reminder?

Opposite meanings include forgetfulness, oblivion.

What words go with Reminder?

It commonly pairs with good, potent, powerful, act as, be, offer, letter, note, postcard, reminder about, reminder of, reminder to, good, potent, powerful, act as, be, offer, letter, note, postcard, reminder about, reminder of, reminder to.

What are common mistakes when using Reminder?

Confusing 'reminder' with 'remind' (which is a verb) Using 'reminder' without properly indicating what it is reminding of Incorrectly pluralizing it as 'reminders' in cases where singular is needed

How do you pronounce Reminder?

US: /["/rɪˈmaɪndər/"]/, UK: /["/rɪˈmaɪndə(r)/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Reminder?

Use 'reminder' in everyday conversation. It's appropriate for informal settings and formal communication, such as in work emails. Avoid using it in overly casual contexts where simpler terms would suffice.

What CEFR level is Reminder?

"Reminder" is at C1 level on the CEFR scale.