Notes (en. Notes)
/nɔt/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishFrench
noun
A set of summarized or recorded information.
I took notes during the class.
J'ai pris des notes pendant le cours.
A document that contains written information.
The meeting notes are distributed to all participants.
Les notes de réunion sont distribuées à tous les participants.
Literary or academic evaluation of a work.
She received good grades on her exam.
Elle a reçu de bonnes notes à son examen.
Etymology
From the Latin 'nota', meaning 'mark' or 'indication'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
to take notes
Writing down handwritten or electronic information.
prendre des notes
class notes
Written information taken during a lesson.
notes de cours
voice notes
Audio recordings to capture ideas.
notes vocales
explanatory notes
Details added to clarify a text.
notes explicatives
footnotes
References or comments added at the bottom of a page.
notes de bas de page
Related Words
annotation
Adding observations or comments to a text.
annotation
report
Formal document presenting information.
rapport
memo
Written message to remind about information.
mémo
file
Collection of related documents or information.
dossier
Slang Meanings
expense report
He submitted an expense report for his business trips.
Il a soumis une note de frais pour ses voyages d'affaires.
teacher's note
How was your teacher's note on your assignment?
Comment était ta note d'un prof sur ton devoir ?