forget
意味: To fail to remember something; to leave something behind unintentionally
The verb 'forget' means to fail to remember something or to leave something behind unintentionally. It's irregular (forget, forgot, forgotten). 'Forget about it' can mean don't worry about something, while 'forget it' can dismiss a topic or refuse a request. 'Forget to do' refers to not remembering a task, whilst 'forget doing' means not remembering a past action.
例文
- I always forget where I've put my keys. 我总是忘记把钥匙放在哪里了。Siempre olvido dónde he puesto las llaves.鍵をどこに置いたかいつも忘れてしまいます。열쇠를 어디에 뒀는지 항상 잊어버립니다.
- Don't forget to lock the door when you leave. 出门时别忘了锁门。No olvides cerrar la puerta con llave cuando salgas.出かけるときにドアに鍵をかけるのを忘れないでください。나갈 때 문 잠그는 것을 잊지 마세요.
- She'll never forget meeting the Queen. 她永远不会忘记见到女王的那一刻。Ella nunca olvidará haber conocido a la Reina.彼女は女王陛下にお会いしたことを決して忘れないでしょう。그녀는 여왕을 만난 것을 절대 잊지 못할 것입니다.
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使い方ガイド
場面: general
トーン: neutral
起源と歴史
From Old English 'forgietan' (for- 'away' + gietan 'to get'). Literally meant 'to lose one's hold on' something mentally. The irregular forms (forget, forgot, forgotten) reflect its deep Germanic roots.
文化的背景
Era: Modern
Generation: All ages
Social background: Universal
ストーリーと豆知識
The expression 'forgive and forget' dates back to at least the 14th century and reflects the belief that true forgiveness requires letting go of resentment completely.
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