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English - Finnish
Forget
fərˈɡɛt
Extremely common
800 - 900
800 - 900
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The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000. This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
unohtaa, unohtaa (jokin asia), jättää huomioimatta, päästä unohtumaan, hylätä muisto
Forget meanings in Finnish
unohtaa
Example:
I forgot my keys at home.
Unohdin avaimeni kotiin.
Don't forget to call me.
Älä unohda soittaa minulle.
Usage: informalContext: Everyday situations where someone fails to remember something.
Note: This is the most common translation of 'forget' and is used in various contexts.
unohtaa (jokin asia)
Example:
I forgot the meeting was today.
Unohdin, että kokous oli tänään.
She forgot her homework at school.
Hän unohti läksynsä kouluun.
Usage: formal/informalContext: Used when referring to specific things or events that were not remembered.
Note: This usage emphasizes forgetting specific items or tasks.
jättää huomioimatta
Example:
He forgot the advice I gave him.
Hän jätti huomiotta antamani neuvot.
They forgot the rules of the game.
He jättivät pelin säännöt huomiotta.
Usage: formalContext: Used in more formal discussions, often in legal or instructional contexts.
Note: This meaning indicates overlooking or neglecting something rather than just failing to remember.
päästä unohtumaan
Example:
I let the deadline slip my mind.
Päästin määräajan unohtumaan.
She let the appointment slip her mind.
Hän päästi tapaamisen unohtumaan.
Usage: informalContext: Used when someone is so busy or distracted that they forget something important.
Note: This phrase emphasizes the idea of something slipping away from one’s memory.
hylätä muisto
Example:
He forgot the past and moved on.
Hän hylkäsi muistot ja jatkoi eteenpäin.
She forgot her old grudges.
Hän unohti vanhat kaunansa.
Usage: formal/informalContext: Refers to emotional or psychological aspects of forgetting.
Note: This meaning can be used in discussions about emotional healing or personal growth.
Forget's synonyms
Omit
To leave out or fail to include something.
Example: She omitted to mention the meeting in her report.
Note: Omit implies a deliberate decision not to include something.
Neglect
To fail to care for or pay attention to something or someone.
Example: He neglected to lock the door before leaving.
Note: Neglect often implies a lack of attention or care rather than a deliberate act.
Overlook
To fail to notice or consider something.
Example: I must have overlooked your email in my inbox.
Note: Overlook suggests a failure to see or recognize something rather than intentionally forgetting.
Disregard
To ignore or pay no attention to something.
Example: He disregarded my advice and ended up in trouble.
Note: Disregard implies a conscious decision to ignore or pay no attention to something.
Forget expressions, common phrases
Slip one's mind
To forget something, especially something important or urgent.
Example: I'm sorry I didn't call you back yesterday; it completely slipped my mind.
Note: This phrase emphasizes a momentary lapse in memory.
Forget about it
To stop thinking about or dwelling on something.
Example: I can't believe I lost the game. Forget about it, let's move on.
Note: This phrase suggests dismissing the matter or letting it go.
Blank out
To forget something temporarily; to have a moment of forgetfulness.
Example: I completely blanked out during the exam and couldn't remember any of the answers.
Note: This phrase often implies a sudden loss of memory.
Let slip one's mind
To forget something unintentionally or accidentally.
Example: I'm sorry I forgot your birthday; it just let it slip my mind.
Note: Similar to 'slip one's mind,' but with a sense of inadvertence.
Draw a blank
To be unable to remember something; to have a complete memory lapse.
Example: I tried to remember his name, but I just drew a blank.
Note: This phrase implies a total failure to recall information.
Forget oneself
To behave in an inappropriate way due to a momentary loss of control.
Example: I forgot myself and shouted at my boss in front of everyone.
Note: This phrase suggests a temporary lapse in self-control or awareness.
Slip one's memory
To forget something; to fail to recall a piece of information.
Example: Her name slipped my memory, but now I remember it's Sarah.
Note: Similar to 'slip one's mind,' but with a focus on memory.
Forget everyday (slang) expressions
Space out
To space out means to mentally disengage or become unaware of one's surroundings, often resulting in forgetting something or being absent-minded.
Example: I totally spaced out during the meeting and missed what the boss said.
Note:
Zonk out
To zonk out means to fall asleep suddenly or lose consciousness, leading to forgetting tasks or events.
Example: I zonked out after studying for hours and forgot to call my friend back.
Note:
Ditch
To ditch something means to intentionally neglect, abandon, or forget about it.
Example: I totally ditched our dinner plans last night; it completely slipped my mind.
Note:
Let it slip
To let something slip means to accidentally reveal or disclose information that was supposed to be kept secret, often leading to forgetfulness or making a mistake.
Example: I accidentally let it slip that we were throwing a surprise party for him.
Note:
Space cadet
A space cadet is a term for someone who is forgetful, absent-minded, or easily loses focus on tasks.
Example: I'm such a space cadet today; I forgot my keys, wallet, and even my phone.
Note: This term refers to someone who is chronically forgetful or absent-minded, likened to a forgetful astronaut floating in space.
Forget - Examples
I always forget my keys.
Unohdan aina avaimeni.
Don't forget to call your mother.
Älä unohda soittaa äidillesi.
He forgot his wallet at home.
Hän unohti lompakkonsa kotiin.
Forget grammar
Forget - Verb (Verb) / Verb, base form (Verb, base form)
Lemma: forget
Conjugations
Verb, past tense (Verb, past tense): forgot
Verb, past participle (Verb, past participle): forgotten
Verb, gerund or present participle (Verb, gerund or present participle): forgetting
Verb, 3rd person singular present (Verb, 3rd person singular present): forgets
Verb, base form (Verb, base form): forget
Verb, non-3rd person singular present (Verb, non-3rd person singular present): forget
Syllables, Separation and Stress
forget Contains 2 syllables: for • get
Phonetic transcription: fər-ˈget
for get , fər ˈget (The red syllable is stressed)
Forget - Importance and usage frequency
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000.
forget: 800 - 900 (Extremely common).
This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
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