Meaning
「Don’t forget to」は、何か重要なことや必要なことを忘れないように、人に思い出させるための表現です。例えば、家を出る前に忘れ物がないように注意を促す際に使用されることがあります。このフレーズは、親しい友人や家族に対して、優しく注意を促す場合によく使われます。
使い方としては、「Don’t forget to」の後に動詞の原形を続けて使用します。例えば、「Don’t forget to lock the door.（ドアに鍵をかけるのを忘れないでね）」のように使います。
重要なポイント:
- 「Don’t forget to」は、相手に好意的にリマインドする時に適しています。
- 命令形とは異なり、柔らかい表現であるため、フォーマルな場面でも使用可能です。
この表現を使うことで、大切なことを忘れずに行動できるように、相手をサポートすることができます。
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.
今回は迎えに来るのを忘れないでください。
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?
どうして？
I’ve gotta teach an English lesson early in the morning.
Ok.
Should I wake you up at 6am?
午前6時にお起こししましょうか？
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.
例: 必ず "ID"を持参してください。
例: ドアを施錠することを確認してください。
例: 必ず水をたくさん飲んでください。
例: 明かりを消すことを心に留めておいてください。
例: お出かけ前に天気を確認することをお勧めします。
例: 作業を頻繁に保存するのは良い考えです。
例: テストの前にノートを見直すと良いでしょう。
例: 正午までにメールを送信することを忘れないでください。
例: Don’t miss the deadline.
例: 確実にしてください sign the form.
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 😎👌🔥
