Which one is correct?
"kind reminder" or "kindly reminder"?

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kind reminder

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English.

Use 'kind reminder' to politely remind someone about something.

Examples:

  • Just a kind reminder to submit your report by tomorrow.
  • A kind reminder that the meeting starts at 2 PM.
  • This is a kind reminder to pay your bill by the due date.

Alternatives:

  • gentle reminder
  • friendly reminder
  • polite reminder

kindly reminder

This is not correct. Don't use this phrase.

The phrase "kindly reminder" is not grammatically correct. "Kindly" is an adverb, and there is no verb for it to modify. The phrase may instead be revised as "kind reminder".

Some alternatives from our editors:

  • Friendly reminder
  • Polite reminder
  • Gentle reminder
  • Courteous reminder
  • Considerate reminder
  • Respectful reminder
Both 'kind reminder' and 'kindly reminder' are correct phrases, but they are used in slightly different contexts. 'Kind reminder' is commonly used to politely remind someone about something, while 'kindly reminder' is used to emphasize the polite nature of the reminder.

Last Updated: February 16, 2024

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