Translation guide
A guide to expressing the idea of 'keep in mind' in Japanese, covering remembering, considering, and being mindful of information or circumstances.
Please keep this point in mind.
I'll keep his advice in mind.
Literally 'remember and keep'. A common, slightly more casual way to say 'keep in mind' or 'remember'. Often used for factual information.
Keep tomorrow's meeting time in mind, okay?
A formal expression meaning 'to keep in mind' or 'to bear in mind'. Common in business or written contexts.
We designed it keeping safety in mind.
Literally 'put it in your head and keep it there'. A casual, colloquial way to say 'keep in mind'. Used in everyday conversation.
Keep this rule in mind.
To be aware of and considerate about a situation, someone's feelings, or potential consequences.
To take notice of and keep something in mind, often with a nuance of caring or being considerate. Slightly formal.
Please keep his feelings in mind.
To give consideration or pay attention to something. Often used when planning or acting with someone's needs in mind.
To remind someone not to forget something, often in a casual or friendly way.
The most direct and common way to say 'don't forget' or 'keep in mind' in casual conversation.
Keep the keys in mind, okay? (Don't forget the keys.)
A slightly more formal or written version of 'don't forget'. Often used in instructions or polite reminders.
Keep the submission deadline in mind.
心に留めておく implies a deeper, more reflective keeping in mind, often for abstract things like advice or feelings. 覚えておく is more about factual memory. Use 心に留めておく when you want to emphasize consideration, and 覚えておく for simple remembering.
I'll keep his words in mind (and reflect on them).
I'll keep his phone number in mind (memorize it).
Avoid directly translating 'keep in mind' word-for-word. Phrases like 心に保つ are not natural Japanese. Use the expressions provided instead.
It's a design that keeps the elderly in mind.
To make a conscious effort to keep something in mind and act accordingly. Implies ongoing attention.
I try to keep my health in mind.