Meaning
«Don't forget to» é uma expressão em inglês usada para lembrar alguém de fazer algo. A tradução seria algo como "Não se esqueça de". Este tipo de lembrete é comum em situações cotidianas, quando queremos garantir que uma pessoa não deixe de realizar uma tarefa importante.
Por exemplo, você pode dizer: «Don't forget to take your keys» (Não se esqueça de levar suas chaves). Aqui, a expressão é utilizada para alertar sobre a importância de não esquecer um objeto essencial antes de sair de casa.
Outro exemplo é: «Don't forget to call your mom» (Não se esqueça de ligar para sua mãe). Neste caso, a expressão ajuda a reforçar a importância de manter contato com alguém querido.
Portanto, use «Don't forget to» quando quiser gentilmente lembrar alguém de completar uma ação importante ou necessária.
Today's Sentences
- Don’t forget to pick me up.
- Don’t forget to lock the door.
- Don’t forget to pay the fee.
- Don’t forget to wake me up.
- Don’t forget to feed the dog.
- Writer's Note
01
Don’t forget to pick me up.
Situation 1
Should I come by the office when you’re done?
Yes, please.
Don’t forget to pick me up this time.
Não esqueça de me buscar desta vez.
I’ll remember today.
You'd better.
Situation 2
Are you flying in tonight or tomorrow?
I’ll be at the airport tonight but I have a meeting in the morning.
Call me when you’re done then.
Just don’t forget to pick me up.
02
Don’t forget to lock the door.
Situation 1
Are you coming or not?
I’m coming!
Don’t forget to lock the door.
Got it!
Situation 2
Are you gonna come into the bookstore with me?
Yes, I’ve got a few books I wanna look through.
Don’t forget to lock the door.
Sure.
03
Don’t forget to pay the fee.
Situation 1
Don’t forget to pay the fee.
What fee?
Local fees when you travel.
I’ll try to remember.
Situation 2
Don’t forget to pay the fee.
What fee?
The maintenance fee for the electrical repair.
Right. I almost forgot.
04
Don’t forget to wake me up.
Situation 1
I have to wake up early.
Really?
Why?
Por quê?
I’ve gotta teach an English lesson early in the morning.
Ok.
Should I wake you up at 6am?
Devo te acordar às 6 da manhã?
Situation 2
I’ve got an important meeting first thing in the morning.
Do you have to leave earlier?
Yes, don’t forget to wake me up.
Okay, I’ll set my alarm.
05
Don’t forget to feed the dog.
Situation 1
I think I'm going out with some friends later.
Ok, but don’t forget to feed the dog before you go.
How much do I give him?
Just fill his bowl, thanks!
Situation 2
I’m going on a business trip this week.
Is there anything I should remember when I housesit?
Fill the dog bowl once a day and water the plants on Wednesday.
Ok, I'll remember to do those things.
Writer's Note
Similar phrases you can use:
- Remember to
Example: Remember to bring your ID. - Make sure that
Example: Make sure to lock the door. - Be sure to
Example: Be sure to drink plenty of water. - Keep in mind to
Example: Keep in mind to turn off the lights. - Just a heads-up to
Example: Just a heads-up to check the weather before you go. - It's a good idea to
Example: It’s a good idea to save your work often. - You might want to
Example: You might want to review the notes before the test. - Please remember to
Example: Please remember to send the email by noon. - Don't miss
Example: Don’t miss the deadline. - Ensure that you
Example: Ensure that you sign the form.
Exemplo: Não se esqueça de trazer sua ID.
Exemplo: Certifique-se de trancar a porta.
Exemplo: Certifique-se de beber bastante água.
Exemplo: Tenha em mente desligar as luzes.
Exemplo: Apenas um aviso para verificar o clima antes de sair.
Exemplo: É uma boa ideia salvar seu trabalho com frequência.
Exemplo: Você pode querer revisar as anotações antes do teste.
Exemplo: Por favor, lembre-se de enviar o email até o meio-dia.
Exemplo: Não perca o prazo.
Exemplo: Certifique-se de que você assine o formulário.
Swap these similar phrases into the existing ones that you've learned! The sentence sounds different but holds the meaning. A solid vocabulary will help you communicate your needs, ideas and thoughts better. You must hear yourself and feel comfortable when you say the sentences. Record yourself and play it back. Speak often with others. Ask for their opinion! Ask me for mine too 😎👌🔥
