write a note
/raɪt ə noʊt/
Meaning
This phrase means to quickly write down a short piece of information, a reminder, or a brief message for yourself or someone else. It can be done on physical paper (like a sticky note) or digitally on a phone or computer.
Examples
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I will write a note to remind myself of the deadline.
I will write a note to remind myself of the deadline.
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Can you write a note for the receptionist before you leave?
Can you write a note for the receptionist before you leave?
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She likes to write a note during every team meeting.
She likes to write a note during every team meeting.
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He decided to write a note on the report to clarify the numbers.
He decided to write a note on the report to clarify the numbers.
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Just write a note on my desk if I am not there.
Just write a note on my desk if I am not there.
Common Mistakes
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✗ I will make a note to you about the meeting.
✓ I will write a note to you about the meeting.
'Make a note' is used for writing something down for yourself. Use 'write a note to [someone]' when leaving a message for another person.
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✗ I need to write note for the client.
✓ I need to write a note for the client.
'Note' is a countable noun and requires the article 'a' in this context.
Related Expressions
Practice
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Please ___ to your colleague to let them know the files are ready.
💡 Scribble a short message.
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write a note
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I need to ___ about this client's special request.
💡 Create a quick written reminder.
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write a note