escrever à mão
1. to write something by hand using a pen or pencil, rather than typing or printing
She decided to handwrite the letter instead of typing it.
Ela decidiu escrever a carta à mão em vez de digitá-la.
2. to compose or produce text with one's own handwriting
He handwrites all his personal notes in a journal.
Ele escreve à mão todas as suas anotações pessoais em um diário.
In both Brazilian and American contexts, 'handwrite' has gained importance in the digital age as a marker of personal touch and authenticity. In Brazil, handwritten letters and notes are especially valued in formal or romantic contexts. In the USA, handwritten thank-you notes remain a cultural expectation in professional etiquette.
Related Idioms & Phrases
handwrite in stone - criar um registro permanente escrevendo à mão
handwrite a note - deixar uma mensagem pessoal escrita à mão
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