Tener en cuenta
Example: Debes tener en cuenta el clima antes de salir.
Definition
"Tener en cuenta" means to consider or take into account relevant factors or information when making a decision or forming an opinion. For example, it implies remembering or keeping something in mind, as in considering the weather before going out.
Etymology
The phrase "tener en cuenta" comes from Spanish, where "tener" means 'to have' and "cuenta" means 'account' or 'reckoning.' Together, they literally mean 'to have in account,' reflecting the idea of keeping something in mind or considering it carefully. Did you know? This expression is widely used in Spanish-speaking cultures to emphasize thoughtful consideration.
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"Tener en cuenta" appears in the Vocaplus list "Spanish - General - Modismos y refranes - (A2) - parte 1", containing 106 commonly used expressions.
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