inform
Translation
to inform, to tell, to notify
Examples
Please inform us of any changes.
Please inform us of any changes.
The book will inform your decision.
The book will inform your decision.
He informed her that the flight was delayed.
He informed her that the flight was delayed.
Grammar Patterns
((sb.)) ((of/about sth.)) to tell (sb.) about (sth.) Please inform us of any changes.
((sb.)) ((that ...)) to tell (sb.) that... He informed her that the flight was delayed.
Similar Words
Synonyms: notify, tell, advise, apprise
Etymology
From Latin 'informare' (to shape, instruct), from 'in-' (into) + 'formare' (to form). The idea is to 'form' an idea in someone's mind.
Memory Tips
Think of giving someone 'in-formation' – literally putting knowledge *into* their mind.