Remember + اسم مصدر در مقابل مصدر
Grammar Rule in 30 Seconds
Use 'to' for things you need to do (tasks) and '-ing' for things you already did (memories).
- Remember + to-infinitive = A task or duty you must perform (e.g., Remember to call Mom).
- Remember + gerund (-ing) = A memory of a past event (e.g., I remember calling Mom).
- The negative 'Don't forget to' is the same as 'Remember to' (e.g., Don't forget to lock up).
مرور کلی
remember یه جورایی مثل یه موجود تغییرشکلدهنده میمونه؛ چون معنیش بر اساس چیزی که بعدش میاد عوض میشه.-ing دار استفاده کنی، داری به عقب و به یه «خاطره» نگاه میکنی. اما اگه از مصدر با to استفاده کنی، داری به جلو و به یه «وظیفه» نگاه میکنی. انگار این کلمه یه ماشین زمان برای جملههاته!remembered sending (یعنی یادته که ایمیل رو فرستادی و خاطرهش رو داری)، در حالی که منظورت این بوده که remembered to send (یعنی یادت بوده که ایمیل رو بفرستی و این کار رو انجام دادی). یه اشتباه کوچیک میتونه تو رو یا مثل یه آدم حرفهای نشون بده، یا مثل کسی که کلاً تیمش رو پیچونده! استرس نگیر، خب؟این گرامر چطور کار میکنه
remember خیلی منعطفه. همهچیز به ترتیب اتفاقات توی ذهن تو بستگی داره.-ing استفاده میکنی، یعنی اول اون کار انجام شده؛ تو اول تجربهش کردی و بعداً یادش افتادی. مثل این میمونه که مغزت داره یه ویدیو رو دوباره پخش میکنه. در مقابل، مصدر با to یعنی اول «یادآوری» اتفاق میافته؛ تو به اون کار فکر میکنی و بعد انجامش میدی.-ing مثل یه آلبوم عکس نگاه کن و به to مثل یه نوت چسبی روی درِ یخچال. اگه داری به دوستت درباره یه کنسرت پیام میدی، میگی: I remember dancing to that song.اما اگه داری برای فردا بهش یادآوری میکنی، میگی:
Remember to bring your ID.این یه تغییر خیلی ظریفه که همهچیز رو عوض میکنه.
I remembered to buy milk، یعنی الان شیر داری. اما اگه بگی
I remember buying milk، ممکنه شیر داشته باشی یا نه، ولی قطعاً داری صحنهی خرید کردن از سوپرمارکت رو توی ذهنت مرور میکنی. این یه جادوی کوچیکه که بهت کمک میکنه مرز بین واقعیت و خاطره رو مشخص کنی.
الگوی ساخت
remember + فعل-ing. مثال: I remember meeting him.
remember + to + فعل ساده. مثال: I remembered to call her.
.I don't remember seeing that movie (یعنی ممکنه فیلم رو دیده باشی یا نه، ولی یادت نمیاد).
.I didn't remember to lock the door (یعنی عمل قفل کردن قطعاً انجام نشده).
Remember to + فعل ساده. مثال: !Remember to like and subscribe
?Do you remember going there
?Did you remember to pay
کی استفاده کنیم
remember + -ing استفاده کن. به کپشنهای اینستاگرام برای پستهای «پنجشنبههای خاطرهانگیز» (TBT) فکر کن: I remember hiking this trail last year.همهچیز درباره تجربهست. برای داستانهای دوران کودکی، ولاگهای سفر یا مرور کردن یه میمِ وایرال شده قدیمی ازش استفاده کن؛ این نسخهی «احساسی» این فعله.
remember + to. برای دعوتنامههای زوم، گرفتن اسنپ یا وقتی داری غذا سفارش میدی و باید به راننده یادآوری کنی بسته رو دمِ در بذاره: .Please remember to leave the bag on the porchاینم شد نسخهی «عملیاتی» فعل. برای اینکه دوست خوبی باشی هم عالیه، مثلاً:
!Remember to text me when you get homeیه جمله کلاسیک و پرکاربرده.
?Did you remember to attach the file؛ همون سوالی که هر کارآموزی از شنیدنش میترسه! کلاً اگه توی تقویمه از
to استفاده کن و اگه توی گالری عکساته از -ing. مثل این میمونه که بین یه مستند نتفلیکس (گذشته) و یه نوتیفیکیشنِ تقویم (آینده) یکی رو انتخاب کنی.اشتباهات رایج
to استفاده کنی. I remember to visit Parisاینطوری معنی میده که تو یه وظیفه داری که هر روز صبح پاشی بری پاریس! مگر اینکه یه خلبان میلیاردر باشی، وگرنه این جمله اشتباهه. منظور تو این بوده:
.I remember visiting Parisیه اشتباه کلاسیک دیگه هم جا انداختنِ
to توی یادآوریهاست. Remember call me انگار داری مثل غارنشینها حرف میزنی! همیشه باید بگی remember to call. یادت نره که خودِ remember هم باید بر اساس زمان جمله تغییر کنه. I remembering to do itافتضاحه! باید بگی:
.I remembered to do itهمچنین حواست به فعل
forget هم باشه، چون دقیقاً از همین منطق پیروی میکنه! .I forgot to lock the door(انجامش ندادم) در مقابل ".I'll never forget locking the door« (خاطرهش همیشه یادم میمونه). مردم معمولاً توی مصاحبههای کاری اینا رو قاطی میکنن. اگه بگی »I remembered to lead that project«، یعنی کارت رو درست انجام دادی. اما اگه بگی »I remember leading that project"، داری درباره تجربهی رهبری اون پروژه حرف میزنی. اشتباه استفاده کردن از اینها ممکنه باعث بشه یا خیلی حواسپرت به نظر بیای یا انگار توی دنیای خواب و خیال زندگی میکنی. بیا صادق باشیم، به اندازه کافی از این چیزا توی فضای مجازی هست؛ پس سعی کن وظایف و خاطراتت رو توی لاین خودشون نگه داری.
مقایسه با الگوهای مشابه
forget برادر دوقلوی remember هست و دقیقاً از همون قوانین -ing (خاطره) و to (وظیفه) پیروی میکنه. اما فعل stop فرق داره! Stop smoking یعنی اون عادت رو کلاً ترک کردی، ولی Stop to smoke یعنی پیادهرویت رو متوقف کردی تا یه سیگار بکشی.try هم رفتارش متفاوته. Try to open the door یعنی تلاشت رو کردی ولی شاید موفق نشدی در رو باز کنی.Try opening the window یعنی این کار رو به عنوان یه امتحان یا آزمایش انجام دادی تا ببینی مثلاً هوا بهتر میشه یا نه. remember خیلی سرراستتره و کاملاً به ترتیب زمانی ربط داره. -ing یعنی «اول انجامش دادم، بعد یادم اومد».to یعنی «اول یادم اومد، بعد انجامش دادم». بعضی زبانآموزها با regret هم گیج میشن. I regret to tell you یه راه رسمی برای دادن خبرای بده (خبر دادن هنوز اتفاق نیفتاده).I regret telling you یعنی کاش دهنت رو بسته نگه میداشتی (چون قبلاً راز رو گفتی). remember از همه اینها پرکاربردتره، پس مسلط شدن بهش یه میانبر بزرگ برات محسوب میشه. مثل لایه اول یه ست لباسِ خیلی خوبه؛ وقتی این رو درست بپوشی، بقیه چیزا خیلی بهتر به چشمت میان.love یا hate به کار ببری، وگرنه تهش سر از یه هزارتوی زبانی درمیاری!سؤالات رایج
I remember to lock the doorیعنی یه عادت داری، ولی
I remember locking itیعنی خاطرهی یه بارِ خاص که در رو قفل کردی یادت میاد.
-ing استفاده کن! "I don't remember locking the door" یعنی ممکنه انجامش داده باشی، ولی خاطرهش پاک شده.remind استفاده کنم؟remind وقتی استفاده میشه که *یک نفر دیگه* باعث میشه تو چیزی یادت بیاد. مثلاً: .Remind me to call Mom
forget و regret و stop که هر کدوم ظرافتهای خودشون رو دارن.-ing) و سه تا کار که فردا باید انجام بدی (حالت مصدر با to) فکر کن.remember هیچوقت با عبارت that میاد؟.I remember that we met beforeاین حالت معمولاً برای خاطرات میتونه جایگزین حالت
-ing بشه.Forming 'Remember' with Infinitives and Gerunds
| Form | Structure | Meaning | Example |
|---|---|---|---|
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Affirmative Task
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Remember + to + verb
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Don't forget to do it
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Remember to call.
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Affirmative Memory
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Remember + verb-ing
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Recall a past event
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I remember calling.
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Negative Task
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Remember + not + to + verb
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Avoid doing something
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Remember not to fall.
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Negative Memory
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Don't remember + verb-ing
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No recollection of past
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I don't remember falling.
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Question (Task)
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Did you remember + to + verb?
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Asking if task was done
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Did you remember to pay?
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Question (Memory)
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Do you remember + verb-ing?
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Asking about a memory
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Do you remember paying?
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Meanings
The verb 'remember' changes its meaning depending on whether it is followed by an infinitive (to + verb) or a gerund (verb + -ing). It either refers to a responsibility or a recollection.
Future/Current Task
Using 'remember to' indicates that the action of remembering happens first, and then the action of the second verb follows. It is about not forgetting a duty.
“Please remember to bring your passport tomorrow.”
“Did you remember to turn off the oven?”
Past Recollection
Using 'remember -ing' indicates that the action of the second verb happened first, and now you have a mental image or memory of it. It is about looking back in time.
“I remember visiting Paris when I was only five years old.”
“He doesn't remember locking the door, but he's sure he did.”
Negative Obligations
Using 'remember not to' emphasizes the importance of avoiding a specific action in the future.
“Remember not to mention the surprise party to Sarah!”
“I remembered not to press the red button this time.”
Reference Table
| الگو | معنی | تمرکز زمانی | مثال |
|---|---|---|---|
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Remember + -ing
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به خاطر آوردن یه رویداد گذشته
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گذشته (خاطره)
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I remember meeting her.
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Remember + to...
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انجام دادن یه کار/وظیفه
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آینده (وظیفه)
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Remember to call him.
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Forget + -ing
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فراموش کردن یه خاطره گذشته
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گذشته (خاطره)
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I'll never forget seeing that.
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Forget + to...
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انجام ندادن یه کار
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آینده (وظیفه)
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I forgot to buy milk.
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Don't remember + -ing
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عدم وجود خاطره از رویداد
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گذشته (نامشخص)
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I don't remember saying that.
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Didn't remember to...
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کار انجام نشده
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آینده (ناموفق)
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I didn't remember to pay.
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طیف رسمیت
Please remember to sign the attached document at your earliest convenience. (Business/Legal)
Remember to sign the paper before you leave. (Business/Legal)
Don't forget to sign! (Business/Legal)
Yo, remember to hit that signature line. (Business/Legal)
The Remember Timeline
Future / Task
- To-Infinitive Remember -> Action
Past / Memory
- Gerund (-ing) Action -> Remember
Task vs. Memory
Which one should I use?
Did the action happen yet?
Common Contexts
Tasks
- • Locking doors
- • Buying groceries
- • Sending emails
Memories
- • Childhood trips
- • Meeting people
- • Seeing movies
مثالها بر اساس سطح
Remember to call me.
Remember to call me.
I remember playing with my dog.
I remember playing with my dog.
Did you remember to buy bread?
Did you remember to buy bread?
I remember seeing that cat.
I remember seeing that cat.
Please remember to bring your books to class.
Please remember to bring your books to class.
I remember visiting my grandma in the summer.
I remember visiting my grandma in the summer.
He didn't remember to lock the car.
He didn't remember to lock the car.
Do you remember meeting my brother?
Do you remember meeting my brother?
I must remember to update my password tonight.
I must remember to update my password tonight.
I clearly remember locking the door before I left.
I clearly remember locking the door before I left.
She remembered to send the flowers just in time.
She remembered to send the flowers just in time.
They don't remember living in that old house.
They don't remember living in that old house.
You should always remember to double-check your sources.
You should always remember to double-check your sources.
I vaguely remember hearing a noise in the middle of the night.
I vaguely remember hearing a noise in the middle of the night.
Did you remember to mention the budget during the meeting?
Did you remember to mention the budget during the meeting?
I don't remember ever being so angry in my life.
I don't remember ever being so angry in my life.
I remembered to keep my voice down so as not to wake the baby.
I remembered to keep my voice down so as not to wake the baby.
I remember him being much taller when I was a child.
I remember him being much taller when I was a child.
One must remember to distinguish between fact and opinion.
One must remember to distinguish between fact and opinion.
I don't remember having ever seen such a beautiful sunset.
I don't remember having ever seen such a beautiful sunset.
The witness remembered to check the clock at the exact moment of the impact.
The witness remembered to check the clock at the exact moment of the impact.
I distinctly remember the sun setting over the horizon as we spoke.
I distinctly remember the sun setting over the horizon as we spoke.
He remembered not to overstep his boundaries during the negotiation.
He remembered not to overstep his boundaries during the negotiation.
I don't remember there being any objection to the proposal at the time.
I don't remember there being any objection to the proposal at the time.
بهراحتی اشتباه گرفته میشود
Learners often mix up whether they forgot the task or forgot the memory.
This also involves a timeline shift but with 'purpose' vs 'ending'.
Used for bad news vs past mistakes.
اشتباهات رایج
I remember to go to the park yesterday.
I remember going to the park yesterday.
Remember buying milk later!
Remember to buy milk later!
I no remember to see him.
I don't remember seeing him.
Did you remember calling her?
Did you remember to call her?
I remember to meet you last year.
I remember meeting you last year.
Please remember to not forget your keys.
Please remember not to forget your keys.
I remember to have a dog.
I remember having a dog.
I remembered to seeing the movie.
I remembered to see the movie.
I don't remember to lock the door.
I don't remember locking the door.
I remember to be happy as a child.
I remember being happy as a child.
I remember to have sent the email.
I remember sending the email.
الگوهای جملهسازی
I must remember to ___.
I don't remember ___.
Did you remember to ___?
I distinctly remember ___.
Real World Usage
Did you remember to buy the milk?
I remember reading about your company's expansion last year.
Remember to bring your charger!
I remember visiting this cathedral when I was a student.
Please remember to attach the file before sending.
I remember taking this photo like it was yesterday.
ترفند آلبوم عکس
-ing استفاده کن. اگه مثل یه یادآور (notification) تو ذهنت میاد، از to استفاده کن. مثلاً: I remember seeing you.در مقابل
Remember to reply.مراقب باش "to" رو جا نندازی
Remember call me یه اشتباه رایجه. برای یادآوریها همیشه to رو اضافه کن: Remember to call me.
یادآوریهای رسمی
Please be sure to...یه جایگزین رسمیتر برای
Please remember to... هست. مثلاً: Please be sure to send the report.
Smart Tips
Always use 'Remember to'.
Instantly choose the -ing form.
Use 'Did you remember to...' instead of 'Why didn't you...'.
Use 'I remember ...ing' to set the scene.
تلفظ
Stress on 'Member'
The second syllable of 're-MEM-ber' is stressed. The 'to' is usually reduced to a 'schwa' sound /tə/.
Rising on questions
Did you remember to LOCK the door? ↗
Checking for confirmation of a task.
حفظ کنید
روش یادسپاری
TO is for the TO-DO list. ING is for the thINGs you've done.
تداعی تصویری
Imagine a sticky note on your forehead for 'Remember to' (a task). Imagine a movie screen in your mind for 'Remember -ing' (a memory).
Rhyme
If it's a task you need to do, use the word that starts with TO. If it's a memory from the past, use -ING to make it last.
Story
A man named Tom has a 'To-do' list (Remember to). A woman named Ingrid looks at 'Ing-stagram' photos of her past (Remember -ing).
شبکه واژگان
چالش
Look at your calendar for tomorrow and say three things you must 'remember to' do. Then, look at a photo on your phone and say one thing you 'remember doing'.
نکات فرهنگی
British speakers often use 'mind you remember to...' as a slightly more formal or old-fashioned way of giving a reminder.
Americans frequently substitute 'Remember to' with 'Make sure to' in casual conversation to sound less like a command.
In international business, 'Please remember to' is the standard polite way to ensure tasks are completed without sounding too aggressive.
From Old French 'remembrer', which comes from Latin 'rememorari' (re- 'again' + memor 'mindful').
شروعکنندههای مکالمه
Do you remember meeting your best friend for the first time?
What is one thing you must remember to do tomorrow?
Do you remember visiting any famous landmarks?
Have you ever forgotten to do something very important?
موضوعات نگارش
اشتباهات رایج
Test Yourself
Did you remember ___ (turn off) the oven?
Choose the grammatically correct sentence for a past memory:
Find and fix the mistake:
Please remember bringing your ID to the airport.
to bring درسته.Score: /3
تمرینهای عملی
8 exercisesPlease remember ___ (lock) the door when you leave.
Which sentence describes a memory?
Find and fix the mistake:
I will always remember to meet you at the airport last summer.
Don't forget to call your mom.
A: Did you get the milk? B: Oh no! I didn't remember ___ it.
1. I remembered to post the letter. 2. I remember posting the letter.
We use 'remember + -ing' for things we need to do in the future.
remember / meeting / do / you / him / ?
Score: /8
Practice Bank
10 exercisesI'll never forget ___ (meet) my favorite actor.
You need to remind yourself of a task:
I don't remember to see that movie.
remember / password / change / your / to / !
Ich erinnere mich daran, den Schlüssel verloren zu haben.
Match the phrase to its context:
He remembered ___ (send) the email just in time.
Talking about a childhood memory:
Did you remembered to lock the car?
meeting / I / you / clearly / remember / .
Score: /10
سوالات متداول (8)
Yes! 'I remember that I locked the door' is perfectly correct and means the same as 'I remember locking the door'.
Yes, they are functionally identical in meaning.
The rule stays the same. 'I remembered to do it' (Task was done). 'I remembered doing it' (I had the memory).
No, both are neutral. The difference is only in the time/meaning, not the formality.
It is grammatically possible but very rare and sounds unnatural. Just say 'I remember seeing'.
No. 'Remind' usually takes an object and an infinitive: 'Remind me to call him.'
Yes, 'I remember the house' is common, but it doesn't use the to/-ing rule.
Using 'to' for memories, like saying 'I remember to go to Paris' when you mean you went there years ago.
Scaffolded Practice
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Mastery Progress
Needs Practice
Improving
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In Other Languages
Recordar + infinitive / Recordar + que...
Spanish lacks the '-ing' memory construction.
Se souvenir de / Se rappeler
French uses 'de' and often requires auxiliary verbs for past memories.
Sich erinnern an / Vergessen zu
German uses completely different prepositional phrases for tasks vs memories.
~koto wo oboeteru / ~suru no wo oboeteru
Japanese relies on nominalizing particles rather than an infinitive/gerund split.
Tadhakkara an / Tadhakkara + Masdar
The distinction is between a particle-verb combo and a pure noun form.
Jìdé (记得)
Chinese has no morphological change (no 'to' or '-ing') on the verb.
Learning Path
Prerequisites
ویدیوهای مرتبط
Friendly Pizza, UFOs and the Joy of AI-Generated Video | Matan Cohen Grumi | TED
GERUND (-ing) or INFINITIVE (to) - When & How to Use them! (+ Free PDF & Quiz)
English with Lucy
GERUND (ing) or INFINITIVE (to) – Everything You Need to Know!
JForrest English
🔥 EXPLAINED! When to use the Infinitive and Gerund After Verbs
English with Greg
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