英語

consider

gb/kənsˈɪdɚ/ us/kənsˈɪdɚ/
B1 英語
~ 400
語義
0件の語義
動詞 B1 action
1

Think carefully before deciding

To think about something before you decide or choose.

用法パターン: to consider [something] before [doing something]
よくある間違い:
Learners sometimes confuse 'consider' with 'concern'. 'Consider' means to think about; 'concern' means to worry about or relate to.
類義語
contemplate (More formal and often suggests deep or prolonged thought.) | weigh (Suggests comparing pros and cons before deciding.)
対義語
ignore (To deliberately not think about something.) | dismiss (To decide something is not worth thinking about.)
コロケーション
carefully consider |consider the options |consider the possibility |consider doing |consider whether
テーマ
thinking |decision-making |daily life |core_vocabulary
例文
  • We need to consider all the risks before starting the project.
  • She considered moving to another city for work.
  • Before you decide, consider how it will affect your family.
  • I’m considering whether to accept the job offer.
  • They considered the proposal carefully.
学習者向け例文
  • I will consider your idea.
  • Please consider my offer.
  • He is considering a new job.
  • We must consider the cost.
  • She considered the plan.
動詞 B1 action
2

Regard as in a certain way

To think of someone or something in a certain way.

用法パターン: to consider [someone/something] [adjective/noun]
よくある間違い:
Learners sometimes omit 'a' when using 'consider [noun]' — e.g., 'I consider him teacher' instead of 'I consider him a teacher'.
類義語
regard (Neutral term for seeing someone/something in a certain way.) | deem (Formal synonym often used in official statements.)
対義語
disregard (To not consider someone or something important.)
コロケーション
consider important |consider appropriate |consider a friend |consider necessary
テーマ
opinions |perception |communication |core_vocabulary
例文
  • Many consider her a great leader.
  • I consider this book essential reading.
  • He’s considered the best player on the team.
  • Some people consider it rude to ask that question.
学習者向け例文
  • I consider her my best friend.
  • They consider him a good teacher.
  • We consider this work important.
  • I consider the movie boring.
動詞 formal B2 action
3

Take into account when judging

To think about facts or feelings when you decide something.

用法パターン: to consider [fact/aspect] when [doing something]
類義語
take into account (Common phrase meaning to include as part of the decision process.) | factor in (Informal equivalent focusing on including variables in consideration.)
対義語
overlook (To fail to notice or include something in your decision.)
コロケーション
consider the circumstances |consider the needs of |consider all factors
テーマ
decision-making |judgment |core_vocabulary |work
例文
  • When sentencing, the judge considered the defendant’s age.
  • You should consider her feelings before making that comment.
  • We must consider the impact on the environment.
学習者向け例文
  • Please consider my feelings.
  • We must consider the weather before we go.
  • The teacher considers each student's needs.
文法
辞書形
consider
IPA
GB/kənsˈɪdɚ/
US/kənsˈɪdɚ/
音節・強勢
con - sider (2音節)
Stress on 2nd syllable (sider)
活用形
Verb
  • Base: consider
  • 3rd Person Singular: considers
  • Present Participle: considering
  • Past: considered
関連語
Forms
considers verb considering verb considered verb
Core family
consideration noun B1 considerable adjective B1 considerably adverb B1
Related words
considerate adjective B1 considerately adverb reconsider verb B2
Negative and opposite forms
inconsiderate adjective inconsiderately adverb
Advanced or less common
reconsideration noun inconsiderable adjective
表現

consider it done

1
/kənsˈɪdɚ ˈɪt dˈʌn/
fixed phrase informal

Promise to do right away

Used to say you will do what someone has asked right away and without any problem.

例文
  • "Could you send me the report by tonight?" "Consider it done."
  • "Please reserve a table for us." "Consider it done."

consider the source

1
/kənsˈɪdɚ ðə sˈɔɹs/
fixed phrase

Judge information by origin

Think about who gave the information before you believe it.

例文
  • Before you get upset, consider the source of that rumor.
  • You should always consider the source before trusting news online.

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