bear in mind
Definition
Verb: - To remember or consider something; to keep something in one's thoughts, especially when making a decision or forming an opinion. It means to be mindful of a particular fact or piece of information.
Usage
This phrasal verb is used to remind someone to remember or take into account a specific piece of information. It is often used as an instruction or piece of advice.
- It is typically followed by a noun phrase, a that-clause, or a wh-clause (e.g., what, how).
- It is commonly used in the imperative form (Bear in mind...) or with modal verbs (should bear in mind).
Examples
- Verb:
- Please bear in mind that the office will be closed next Monday.
- When planning your budget, bear in mind the potential for unexpected expenses.
- You should bear in mind how your words might affect others.
Advanced Usage
- "to have/keep something borne in mind": This passive-like construction is less common but indicates a state of having considered something.
- The committee's final decision had the public's concerns borne in mind.
Variants and Related Words
- Bear something in mind: The more complete form, where "something" is the direct object.
- I will bear your advice in mind.
- Keep in mind: A very common synonym with identical meaning and usage.
- Keep in mind that the deadline is tomorrow.
Synonyms
- Remember: To have or keep in the memory.
- Consider: To think carefully about.
- Take into account/consideration: To include as a factor when making a judgment.
- Be mindful of: To be conscious or aware of.
Related Phrasal Verbs
- Bear with: To be patient with someone or something.
- Please bear with me while I find the correct file.
- Bear on/upon: To be relevant to.
- These new findings bear directly on our theory.
Related Idioms
- In mind: Being thought about or planned.
- Do you have a particular candidate in mind for the job?
- Bear/keep something in mind: This is the full idiomatic expression itself, as defined above.
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