note
Meaning: A short written message; a musical sound; to notice or pay attention to
'Note' as a noun is a brief written record, a musical tone, or paper money (banknote). As a verb, it means to notice or record. 'Take note' means to pay attention. 'Of note' means worthy of attention. 'Strike a note' means to create a particular impression.
Examples
- She left a note on the kitchen table. 她在厨房桌子上留了张便条。Dejó una nota en la mesa de la cocina.彼女はキッチンのテーブルにメモを残しました。그녀는 부엌 테이블에 메모를 남겼습니다.
- Please note that the office will be closed on Monday. 请注意,办公室周一将关闭。Por favor, tengan en cuenta que la oficina estará cerrada el lunes.月曜日はオフィスが閉まりますのでご注意ください。월요일에 사무실이 닫히오니 참고해 주세요.
- The concert ended on a high note. 音乐会在高潮中结束。El concierto terminó con una nota alta.コンサートは盛り上がりの中で終わりました。콘서트는 최고조의 분위기 속에서 끝났습니다.
Pronunciation
Usage Guide
Context: general
Tone: neutral
Origin & History
From Latin 'nota' meaning 'a mark, a sign, a letter', from 'noscere' (to know). Originally a distinguishing mark — something that helps you recognise or know something. The musical sense developed from the marks used in musical notation.
Cultural Context
Era: Modern
Generation: All ages
Social background: Universal
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