note

noun
UK: /nəʊt/
US: /noʊt/

  1. A brief record of facts, topics, or thoughts written down as an aid to memory.

    1. I took a note of her phone number. [ ] [ ]
    2. Please make a note of all expenses incurred during the project for reimbursement purposes. [ ] [ ]

  2. A single sound of a particular pitch and duration, especially in music.

    1. She sang a high note perfectly. [ ] [ ]
    2. The final note of the song resonated with the audience long after the performance ended. [ ] [ ]

  3. A written or printed communication; a letter or short message.

    1. I received a thank-you note today. [ ] [ ]
    2. He left a note on the door explaining where he had gone and when he would be back. [ ] [ ]

  4. Importance or notice.

    1. The historical society is a landmark of note. [ ] [ ]
    2. Events of such note must be recorded carefully to prevent any future misinterpretations. [ ] [ ]

Synonyms

record message observe mark
note verb

  1. To notice or pay particular attention to something.

    1. Please note the changes in the schedule. [ ] [ ]
    2. It is important to note that the deadline has been extended to next Friday. [ ] [ ]

  2. To write something down in order to remember it.

    1. I noted her address in my phone. [ ] [ ]
    2. The secretary carefully noted all the decisions made during the board meeting. [ ] [ ]

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "note" in English means: A brief record of facts, topics, or thoughts written down as an aid to memory., A single sound of a particular pitch and duration, especially in music., A written or printed communication; a letter or short message., Importance or notice..

The phonetic transcription of "note" is /nəʊt/ in British English and /noʊt/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "note": record, message, observe, mark.

Example usage of "note": "I took a note of her phone number.". More examples on the page.