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"kindly reminder" or "kindly remind"?

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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

kindly remind

This phrase is correct and commonly used as a verb phrase to politely ask someone to remember or inform them about something.

Use 'kindly remind' as a verb phrase to politely ask someone to remember or inform them about something.

Examples:

  • Could you kindly remind me to call the client tomorrow?
  • I need to kindly remind you to turn off the lights when you leave the room.
  • Can you kindly remind John to bring the documents to the meeting?
  • Please kindly remind your team members about the deadline for the project.
  • I would like to kindly remind everyone to be on time for the event.
Both phrases are correct, but they are used in different contexts. 'Kindly reminder' is commonly used as a noun phrase to refer to a polite or gentle reminder. For example, 'Here's a kindly reminder to submit your report by Friday.' On the other hand, 'Kindly remind' is used as a verb phrase to politely ask someone to remember or inform them about something. For example, 'Could you kindly remind me to call the client tomorrow?'

Last Updated: February 16, 2024

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