anotação breve
1. A short written message or record containing essential information
The teacher left a brief note on the whiteboard for absent students.
A professora deixou uma anotação breve na lousa para os alunos ausentes.
2. A concise memorandum or communication in professional contexts
I sent him a brief note about the meeting postponement.
Enviei-lhe uma anotação breve sobre o adiamento da reunião.
3. A short annotation or comment on a document
She made a brief note in the margin of the contract.
Ela fez uma anotação breve na margem do contrato.
In Brazilian business culture, brief notes (anotações breves) are commonly used for quick internal communications, especially via email or messaging apps. In American contexts, they're often informal tools for classroom and office use. The practice reflects fast-paced work environments in both cultures.
NYC Slang
quick note, jotting, memo
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