Pronunciation: /rɪˈmaɪndər/

Definitions of reminder

noun a thing that serves to remind or bring something to mind; a note or communication that reminds someone of something

Example Sentences

A1 Don't forget to set a reminder for your dentist appointment.

A2 I left myself a reminder to buy milk on the way home.

B1 The sticky note on my desk serves as a reminder to call my mom.

B2 Her alarm clock is a helpful reminder to wake up early for work.

C1 The calendar app on my phone sends me a reminder for important meetings.

C2 The email served as a timely reminder to submit my report before the deadline.

Examples of reminder in a Sentence

formal Please set a reminder for the meeting tomorrow.

informal Just a reminder, the party starts at 7 pm.

slang Hey, don't forget about the reminder for the deadline!

figurative The blooming flowers are a beautiful reminder of the changing seasons.

Grammatical Forms of reminder

past tense

reminded

plural

reminders

comparative

more reminding

superlative

most reminding

present tense

reminds

future tense

will remind

perfect tense

have reminded

continuous tense

is reminding

singular

reminder

positive degree

remind

infinitive

to remind

gerund

reminding

participle

reminded

Origin and Evolution of reminder

First Known Use: 1400 year
Language of Origin: Old French
Story behind the word: The word 'reminder' originated from the Old French word 'remembrer' which means 'to remember'.
Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'reminder' has evolved to specifically refer to a prompt or notification to remember something, rather than just the act of remembering itself.