seriously consider — think carefully
collocationB1IELTS 5+neutralcommon
To spend time thinking carefully about something before making a decision.
Say it like a native
Textbook I am giving the proposal my earnest and careful deliberation.
Native I'm seriously considering it.
Natural; 'earnest and careful deliberation' is overblown.
Pattern: seriously consider + noun/gerund
In use
- I need to seriously consider my options before accepting the job offer.daily life
- If I had the chance to study overseas, I would seriously consider it because it could open up many opportunities for my future.IELTS speaking
Common mistake
✗ I'm serious considering the offer.
✓ I'm seriously considering the offer.
Adverb 'seriously' modifies 'considering'.
Common collocations
seriously consider— should, began to, never, thinking about
Don't confuse it
‘Consider’ alone means to think about something, but ‘seriously consider’ adds the idea of careful thought and importance.