How do you say "I remember" in Japanese?

"I remember" in Japanese is "覚えています". This phrase is commonly used in Japan.

What does "覚えています" mean in English?

"覚えています" means "I remember" in English. Usage tip: The verb [覚える] (おぼえる) means 'to remember'.

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How to Say ‘I remember’ in Japanese

覚えています

おぼえています

💬 Usage Tip: The verb [覚える] (おぼえる) means 'to remember'.

🇯🇵 In Japan: Recalling details is valued in showing genuine interest in conversations.

Phrase Breakdown

覚えおぼえ

remember

The base verb meaning 'to remember'.

Example

新しい単語を覚える

Remember new words.

てて

continuing action

Indicates a continuing action when combined with verb stems.

Example

話している

Talking (ongoing action).

いますいます

am/is/are

A form of the verb 'to be', used to describe ongoing actions.

Example

友達が来ています

A friend is coming.

Word-by-Word Breakdown

覚えおぼえ

[oboe]

Remember

To have in or be able to bring to one's mind an awareness of someone or something from the past.

Example

キャリアイベントでの会話を覚えています。

I remember the conversation at the career event.

てて

[te]

Te-form

A connective form in Japanese that is used to connect verbs and adjectives.

Example

彼の名前を覚えていてください。

Please remember his name.

いい

[i]

Used to indicate the presence or existence of something in a specific location.

Example

ここにいます。

I am here.

ますます

[masu]

Polite ending

A polite form used to end a sentence softly.

Example

将来のことを考えています。

I am thinking about the future.

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