English Reference
Fixed phrase

remind me

fixed phrase.
A2 Elementary

fixed phrase.you say this when you want someone to help you remember something later.

fixed phrase.a common imperative formula used to request a future mnemonic prompt or to acknowledge a lapse in memory. It functions as a polite directive in social and professional coordination.


SIMPLE

Please remind me to buy milk later.

CONTEXTUAL

If I forget to send you that link by tomorrow morning, please remind me.

COMPLEX

Remind me again of the specific protocols we must follow should the primary server fail during the migration process.

Usage

usually followed by an infinitive ('to do') or a prepositional phrase ('of something').

Teaching tip

contrast with 'remember'; learners often confuse the two, using 'remember me' when they mean 'remind me' to do a task.

Pitfall
Please remember me to call the doctor.Please remind me to call the doctor.

'Remember' is an internal mental act, while 'remind' is an external action performed by someone else to help you.

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Level A2 · Elementary
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