Meaning & use

bear in mind

phrase·Academic

To remember and take into account a particular fact or piece of information when deciding or acting.

See it in a sentence

Please bear in mind that the store closes early on Sundays.

Bear in mind the time difference before you call your family abroad.

A note on using this word

Bear in mind is typically followed by 'that' or a noun phrase and is slightly more formal than 'keep in mind.'

Words with a similar meaning

keep in mindremember

Choose a synonym to suit the sentence. Meanings can overlap without being identical.

Words with an opposite meaning

forgetoverlook

Make it your own

Write a sentence using “bear in mind”, then compare your use with the examples above.

Your draft stays on this page and is not sent anywhere.