recuerda que
/rekweɾda ke/from spelling rules
The English phrase 'remember that' is translated into Spanish as recuerda que.
The phrase is used to introduce a subordinate clause that provides the specific information being reminded.
How does it change in a sentence?
The form changes depending on whom you are addressing. Use recuerde que when addressing one person using the formal usted form, and use recuerden que when addressing a group of people or using the formal ustedes form. In certain constructions involving doubt or emotion, the verb may change to the subjunctive form recuerdes que.
How do you pronounce it?
/rekweɾda ke/
Did you know?
- The word que in recuerda que comes from the Latin word quid, meaning 'what', and is a linguistic relative of the English word 'who'.
- In many Spanish-speaking cultures, beginning a sentence with recuerda que can sound subtly patronizing because it suggests the listener has forgotten something basic.
- While recuerda comes from the verb recordar, it shares a root with the English word 'record'. This reflects the ancient idea that remembering is like playing back a written or etched mark in the mind.
Examples in context
- Recuerda que te amo.Remember that I love you.This sentence uses recuerda que to express a reminder of affection.Tatoeba #5194031 by albrusgher, translation #2993572 by CK
- Recuerda que eres polvo.Remember that you are dust.This sentence uses recuerda que to provide a reminder of a person's nature.Tatoeba #576361 by Leono, translation #4459894 by XenoKat
- Recuerda que soy tu superior.Remember that I outrank you.This sentence uses recuerda que to remind someone of a hierarchy or rank.Tatoeba #3883651 by cueyayotl, translation #3818222 by CK
- Recuerde que la reunión comenzará a las 10 de la mañana.Remember that the meeting will start at 10 in the morning.
- No olvide que el informe debe estar listo para mañana.Do not forget that the report must be ready for tomorrow.
- Tenga presente que este proyecto es de gran importancia para la empresa.Keep in mind that this project is of great importance for the company.
- Acuérdate de que tenemos una cita esta tarde.Remember that we have an appointment this afternoon.
- No te olvides de que debes pasar por la tienda antes de venir.Don't forget that you have to stop by the store before coming.
- Ten presente que este sábado celebramos mi cumpleaños.Keep in mind that we're celebrating my birthday this Saturday.
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Example conversation
Mateo and Sofía are discussing a travel plan.
- MateoSofía, recuerda que el vuelo es temprano.Sofía, remember that the flight is early.
- SofíaNo te preocupes, ya lo tengo en cuenta.Don't worry, I'm already keeping that in mind.
- MateoDebemos salir de la casa a las cinco.We must leave the house at five.
- SofíaEstá bien, Mateo, lo tendré presente.Okay, Mateo, I will keep it in mind.
Sources
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries que, CC BY-SA 4.0.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
