Remember, recognize, and forget are important verbs when talking about memories. When we remember something, we bring it back to our minds. For example, "I remember my first day of school." When we recognize someone or something, we know who or what it is because we have seen it before. For example, "I recognize that song!" When we forget something, we do not remember it. For example, "I forgot my friend's birthday."
We remember important dates, faces, and experiences. Sometimes, we recognize people we have not seen for a long time. However, we also forget things, like where we put our keys or a new person's name.
It is good to practice remembering things. Writing notes, repeating information, and paying attention can help us remember better. If we do not practice, we might forget things easily.
GRAMMAR
Remember + (verb-ing): Used when talking about memories or past actions.
I remember meeting her last year.
Remember + to (verb): Used for future actions we should not forget.
Remember to call me tomorrow.
Recognize (present simple form): Used when we identify something or someone.
She recognizes her old friend from school.
Forget (past simple and present perfect forms): Used when talking about lost memories.
I forgot his name. / I have forgotten where I put my book.
VOCABULARY
Memory – The ability to remember things.
Familiar – Something you know or recognize.
Experience – Something that happens to you.
Face – The front part of a person’s head.
Event – A special moment or happening.
Name – The word that identifies a person.
Date – A specific day of the year.
Forgetful – Someone who often forgets things.
Practice – Doing something to get better at it.
Reminder – Something that helps you remember.
USEFUL EXPRESSIONS
I can’t remember his name!
Do you recognize this place?
I always forget where I put my phone.
That face looks familiar.
Don’t forget to bring your homework.
I recognize that song from my childhood.
She never forgets important dates.
Try to remember what he said.
SENTENCES
Positive:
I remember my first teacher.
She recognizes her old school.
We never forget our best moments.
Negative:
I don’t remember his birthday.
He doesn’t recognize his old friend.
They never forget their passwords.
Questions and Answers:
Do you remember me? Yes, I do! / No, I don’t.
Can you recognize that actor? Yes, I can. / No, I can’t.
Did you forget my name? No, I remember it! / Yes, I forgot, sorry!
CONVERSATION
Anna: Hey, do you remember Mr. Johnson, our math teacher?
Ben: Hmm… I think so. What does he look like?
Anna: He has gray hair and glasses. He always told funny jokes in class.
Ben: Oh yes! Now I remember! He was really nice.
Anna: Do you recognize this picture? It’s from our old school.
Ben: Wow! Yes, I recognize the playground. We played soccer there every day.
Anna: Good times! I will never forget our school days.
READING
Sarah went to a reunion with her old classmates. She was excited but also a little nervous. It had been ten years since she saw them. When she arrived, she looked at the people in the room. Some faces were familiar, but she could not remember all the names.
Then, she saw her best friend from school, Lucy. "Lucy!" she said with a big smile. Lucy turned and said, "Sarah! I can’t believe it’s you!" They talked for hours, remembering old times.
Later, Sarah looked at a group of people, but she did not recognize them. One of them walked up to her and said, "Sarah, don’t you remember me? We were in the same science class!" Sarah felt embarrassed. "I’m sorry," she said, "I forgot your name!"
Questions:
Why was Sarah nervous at the reunion?
Who did Sarah recognize immediately?
What did Sarah forget?
Answers:
She was nervous because she had not seen her classmates for ten years.
She recognized her best friend, Lucy.
She forgot one of her classmates' names.
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