What's the meaning of this word? - I forgot.

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Will it be a grammar mistake to use the verb "to forget" in the Past Simple (in British English) in the context (in the itle)?
 

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Will it be a grammar mistake to use the verb "to forget" in the Past Simple (in British English) in the context (in the itle)?

I say and teach "I've forgotten". I consider "I forgot" wrong. You will probably hear it, though.
 

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Why is I forgot wrong in BrE?
 

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Could you tell us why it is wrong in this context and more about the right context?
Thanks in advance!
 

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bagzi, this about the normal difference between the past simple and present perfect.

I do not remember the meaning of this word. I have forgotten it.

I forgot to do my homework last night.
 
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