French Conversation · Level 94
58 words
French word
noter
Pronunciation
IPA/note/
Meaning
- verbwrite down
Example
Je note ton numéro.
I write down your number.
More examples
Je vais noter la date dans mon agenda.
I am going to write down the date in my diary.
Core concept
A quick written record placed where it can be found and checked later.
Common phrases
noter un numéro
write down a number
noter une adresse
write down an address
Similar words
écrire: To put thoughts or information into written form.
prendre des notes: To keep detailed written notes during a lecture or meeting.
annoter: To write explanatory comments on a text or document.
inscrire: To enter required information in an official form or register.
Definition in French
Inscrire sur un support une information brève pour en garder trace et pouvoir la consulter.
Word origin
The French verb noter comes from Latin notare, formed from nota, a mark or sign, and developed from marking something to recording it.
Usage tips
- For note-taking in general, French commonly uses prendre des notes, while noter usually refers to recording a particular fact or item.