Conjugation of "Consider" — All Forms, Examples, and Usage
To think carefully about something before making a decision.
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All 12 Tenses of "Consider"
Quick reference table — every tense form of "consider" with the first-person example and a link to the grammar guide for that tense.
| Tense | Example (I) | Quick rule |
|---|---|---|
| Simple Present | I consider |
Used for habits, facts, routines, and permanent situations. Full rule → |
| Simple Past | I considerred |
Used for completed actions at a specific time in the past. Full rule → |
| Simple Future | I will consider |
Used for predictions, decisions made at the moment, and promises. Full rule → |
| Present Continuous | I am considerring |
Used for actions happening right now or temporary situations. Full rule → |
| Past Continuous | I was considerring |
Used for actions in progress at a specific moment in the past. Full rule → |
| Future Continuous | I will be considerring |
Used for actions that will be in progress at a specific future time. Full rule → |
| Present Perfect | I have considerred |
Used for past actions with present relevance, life experiences, or unfinished situations. Full rule → |
| Past Perfect | I had considerred |
Used for an action that was completed before another past action. Full rule → |
| Future Perfect | I will have considerred |
Used for an action that will be completed before a specific future time. Full rule → |
| Present Perfect Continuous | I have been considerring |
Used for actions that started in the past and continue now, with focus on duration. Full rule → |
| Past Perfect Continuous | I had been considerring |
Used for ongoing actions in the past that continued up to another past moment. Full rule → |
| Future Perfect Continuous | I will have been considerring |
Used for actions that will have been ongoing up until a specific future time. Full rule → |
Past Tense of "Consider" — Considered
The past simple of "consider" is "considered" — formed by adding "-ed". Use it for actions that were completed at a specific time in the past, such as "yesterday", "last week", or "in 2020". For the full grammar of this tense, see our simple past tense guide.
Past Participle of "Consider" — Considered
The past participle of "consider" is "considered" — the same form as the past simple, since "consider" is a regular verb. Use it after "have/has/had" for perfect tenses ("I have considered") and after "be" for passive voice ("It was considered").
Is "Consider" Regular or Irregular?
"Consider" is a regular English verb. Its past simple and past participle are both formed by adding "-ed" to give "considered". The 3rd-person singular present is "considers" and the gerund/present participle is "considering".
Conjugation pattern: regular -ed
How to Pronounce "Consider" and Its Forms
Consider: /kənˈsɪdər/ — Stress pattern: oOo
Stress the second syllable: con-SID-er. The 'i' is short like in 'sit'.
Syllable breakdown: con · sid · er
How to Use "Consider" — Common Grammar Patterns
Use consider when you want to say someone thinks about or has an opinion on something.
S + V + nounS + V + to-infinitiveS + V + noun + adjective
Example Sentences with "Consider" in Different Tenses
- Simple Present: I need to consider all my options before choosing a university. A2
Common Collocations with "Consider"
- consider doing — I'm considering changing jobs.
- consider carefully — You should consider carefully before deciding.
- consider important — She considers education very important.
- consider the options — Let's consider all the options available.
- under consideration — Your proposal is under consideration.
When to Use "Consider" vs Similar Verbs
Smart synonyms — when to use each one
- contemplate — for long, careful, or deep thinking about something
- regard — when expressing an opinion or judgment about someone
- think about — for general, everyday thinking and decision-making
Antonyms: ignore, overlook, disregard
Common Mistakes with "Consider"
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Wrong: I am considering the job offer now.
Correct: I am considering the job offer. / I am thinking about the job offer.
"Consider" can use continuous to show active thinking, but simple present is also natural. -
Wrong: She consider moving to London.
Correct: She is considering moving to London. / She is considering to move to London.
"Consider + -ing" (gerund) is standard; "consider to + verb" is less common. -
Wrong: They considered about buying a house.
Correct: They considered buying a house. / They thought about buying a house.
"Consider" doesn't take "about"; use "think about" instead.
Origin and Etymology of "Consider"
From Latin considerare, originally 'to observe the stars' (com- + sidus, star).
Other Forms of "Consider"
- Noun: consideration
- Adjective: considerable
Conjugation Tables for "Consider"
Negative Forms
- Simple present: I do not consider · He does not consider
- Simple past: I did not consider · She did not consider
- Present perfect: I have not considered · He has not considered
Question Forms
- Simple present: Do you consider? · Does he consider?
- Simple past: Did you consider?
- Present perfect: Have you considered?
Passive Voice (where applicable)
- Simple present passive: It is considered
- Simple past passive: It was considered
- Present perfect passive: It has been considered
Frequently Asked Questions About "Consider"
- Is "consider" regular or irregular?
- "consider" is a regular verb. Add -ed for past simple and past participle: "considerred".
- What is the past tense of "consider"?
- The simple past of "consider" is "considerred".
- When do I use simple present vs present continuous with "consider"?
- Use simple present for habits, facts, and routines: "I consider every day." Use present continuous for actions happening right now: "I am considerring right now."
- What's a common mistake with "consider"?
- "Consider" can use continuous to show active thinking, but simple present is also natural. Wrong: "I am considering the job offer now." Correct: "I am considering the job offer. / I am thinking about the job offer."