Notas (en. Grades)
/ˈnotas/
Meaning & Definition
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noun
Written notes taken during a class or meeting.
I took notes at the conference so I wouldn't forget the key points.
Tomé notas en la conferencia para no olvidar los puntos clave.
Grades obtained in exams or assignments.
My grades on the last exam were very good.
Mis notas en el último examen fueron muy buenas.
Short messages or reminders.
I left notes on the fridge to remind my brother to buy bread.
Dejé notas en la nevera para recordarle a mi hermano que compre pan.
Etymology
From the Latin 'nota', which means 'mark' or 'signal'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
class notes
Notes or summaries made during a class.
notas de clase
to get good grades
To obtain high grades in studies.
sacar buenas notas
voice notes
Recorded voice messages used for communication.
notas de voz
Related Words
note
A brief note taken on a specific topic.
apunte
grade
A note assigned to a student for their academic performance.
calificación
summary
A synthesis of a text containing its main ideas.
resumen
Slang Meanings
Notes passed between students during classes.
I passed some notes to my friend so he could copy what he missed.
Pasé unas notas a mi amigo para que copie lo que faltó.
Notes referring to money or bills.
I have to pay my bills before the end of the month.
Tengo que pagar mis notas antes de fin de mes.