French Phrase
N'oublie pas d'étudier tes notes.
Meaning
This sentence is a friendly reminder not to forget to study your notes. It uses the informal singular imperative, making it perfect for speaking to a peer, classmate, or younger sibling.
When to use
Use this phrase when you want to encourage someone you know well to review their study material, especially before an exam or a class. It works well in casual conversation, text messages, or quick spoken reminders.
✦Grammar Breakdown
N'oubliepasd'étudiertesnotes
Negation (N'...pas)
In French, the negative particle 'ne' contracts to 'n'' before a vowel or mute h, and pairs with 'pas' to form a complete negation.
Verb oublier + de + infinitive
The verb 'oublier' (to forget) is followed by 'de' before an infinitive verb, indicating the action that should not be forgotten.
Contraction d' before vowel
When 'de' precedes a word starting with a vowel sound, it contracts to 'd'' (e.g., d'étudier).
Infinitive étudier
The infinitive 'étudier' means 'to study' and follows the preposition 'de' after 'oublier'.
Possessive adjective tes
Use 'tes' for plural nouns owned by a familiar 'you' (informal singular).
Noun notes
‘Notes’ can refer to lecture notes, study notes, or musical notes depending on context.
🗨In Conversation
N'oublie pas d'étudier tes notes.
Don't forget to study your notes.
Merci, je le ferai dès que j'arrive à la bibliothèque.
Thanks, I'll do it as soon as I get to the library.
✕Common Mistakes
N'oublie pas de étudier tes notes.
Before a vowel, 'de' must contract to 'd''; otherwise the sentence sounds ungrammatical.
N'oublie pas étudier tes notes.
The verb 'oublier' requires the preposition 'de' before an infinitive.
↔Alternatives
Pense à réviser tes notes.
Think about reviewing your notes.
N'oublie pas de réviser tes notes.
Don't forget to revise your notes.
Assure-toi d'étudier tes notes.
Make sure you study your notes.
Cultural Tip
In French, the informal singular imperative (using the -e ending) is common among friends and family. For a more formal or plural audience, switch to 'N'oubliez pas d'étudier vos notes.' Also, French speakers often add a friendly smile or a light tone when giving reminders, which softens the command.