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English - Ukrainian
Forget
fərˈɡɛt
Extremely common
800 - 900
800 - 900
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.
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.
забути, забути про, забутися, забути про щось, забути назавжди
Forget meanings in Ukrainian
забути
Example:
I always forget my keys at home.
Я завжди забуваю свої ключі вдома.
Don't forget to call me later.
Не забудь подзвонити мені пізніше.
Usage: informalContext: Everyday situations, casual conversations.
Note: This is the most common usage of 'forget' in everyday life.
забути про
Example:
I forgot about the meeting this afternoon.
Я забув про зустріч цього після обіду.
She forgot about her friend's birthday.
Вона забула про день народження своєї подруги.
Usage: informalContext: Personal commitments and reminders.
Note: Used when referring to forgetting a specific event or obligation.
забутися
Example:
I lost track of time and forgot myself.
Я втратив відчуття часу і забувся.
In the excitement, I completely forgot myself.
В емоціях я зовсім забувся.
Usage: informalContext: When someone becomes so immersed in something that they lose awareness of their surroundings.
Note: This form indicates losing oneself in a situation, often in a positive sense.
забути про щось
Example:
He forgot about his responsibilities.
Він забув про свої обов'язки.
Don't forget about your homework.
Не забудь про своє домашнє завдання.
Usage: formal/informalContext: When referring to responsibilities or tasks.
Note: This usage is appropriate in both casual and more serious contexts.
забути назавжди
Example:
I wish I could forget her forever.
Я б хотів забути її назавжди.
He wants to forget his past mistakes.
Він хоче забути свої минулі помилки.
Usage: informalContext: When discussing the desire to completely erase a memory or experience.
Note: This phrase often conveys a strong emotional desire to let go of something painful.
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.
Я завжди забуваю свої ключі.
Don't forget to call your mother.
Не забудь зателефонувати своїй матері.
He forgot his wallet at home.
Він забув свій гаманець вдома.
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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