tenlo en cuenta
/tenlo en kwenta/from spelling rules
To say "keep that in mind" in Spanish, use tenlo en cuenta.
This phrase is used to tell someone to remember or consider a piece of information for the future.
What does it mean word for word?
The phrase is composed of the imperative ten (hold/keep), the object pronoun lo (it/that) and the prepositional phrase en cuenta (in account/mind).
Which one should you use?
While tenlo en cuenta is used for considering information, tenlo presente is a common alternative that focuses more on keeping a specific fact or image present in one's memory.
Did you know?
- In Spanish, if you forget to keep something in mind, you might say se me olvidó, which literally suggests the memory 'forgot itself' from you rather than you forgetting it.
- The word cuenta in this phrase has a double meaning, as it refers to both a mathematical 'count' and the 'bill' you pay at a restaurant.
- The word cuenta in this phrase is a direct linguistic relative of the English word 'count', as both derive from the Latin 'computāre' meaning to calculate or settle an account.
Examples in context
- Tenga en cuenta que el plazo de entrega es el próximo viernesKeep in mind that the deadline is next Friday
- Ten en cuenta que tenemos una cita importante mañanaKeep in mind that we have an important appointment tomorrow
- Tenga en cuenta que el precio podría aumentar en el futuroKeep in mind that the price might increase in the future
- Tenlo en cuenta para la próxima vez.Keep that in mind for next time.
- Es un dato importante, tenlo en cuenta.It is an important fact, keep that in mind.
- Tenlo en cuenta cuando tomes una decisión.Keep that in mind when you make a decision.
Example conversation
Mateo and Lucía are discussing a travel budget.
- MateoEl hotel es caro, pero está muy cerca.The hotel is expensive, but it is very close.
- LucíaEntiendo, lo tendré en cuenta para el presupuesto.I understand, I will keep it in mind for the budget.
- MateoTenlo en cuenta antes de reservar.Keep that in mind before booking.
- LucíaGracias, Mateo, lo tendré presente.Thanks, Mateo, I'll keep it in mind.
Sources
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries cuenta, en, CC BY-SA 4.0.
