remind — to make someone think of something they have forgotten or might forget
Part of speech: VERB
Definition: to make someone think of something they have forgotten or might forget
Pronunciation (IPA): /rɪˈmaɪnd/
Example Sentences
- My alarm clock reminds me every morning that I'm not a morning person.
- Could you remind me to call my mom before she calls the police?
- The teacher reminded the students about the upcoming exam.
remind
VERB[/rɪˈmaɪnd/]
to make someone think of something they have forgotten or might forget
to make someone think of something they have forgotten or might forget
A kind photo behind can remind what we left behind.
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
The word derives from Latin reminisci, meaning 'to remember' or 'recall'. It was formed in the 14th century by combining the prefix re- (again) with the English word mind, creating a verb meaning 'to cause someone to remember again'.
Breakdown
re- (again) + mind (memory, remembrance). The prefix re- indicates repetition or return to a previous state, while mind refers to memory or mental awareness.
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📝Examples
“My alarm clock reminds me every morning that I'm not a morning person.”
“Could you remind me to call my mom before she calls the police?”
“The teacher reminded the students about the upcoming exam.”
“This song reminds me of our first date.”
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